Red Bull Sugarfree in Aluminum Can from Japan
Red Bull Sugarfree is a zero-sugar energy drink with taurine, caffeine, and artificial sweeteners in 8.4 oz aluminum cans. Classified under HTS 2202.99.91.10 as a non-alcoholic, flavored beverage with sweetening matter in aluminum containers. It excludes fruit juices per heading 2009.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for carbonation levels if claiming effervescence, as it may affect classification nuances
• Provide supplier affidavits confirming no alcohol content exceeding 0.5% by volume
• Watch for additive declarations; aspartame and acesulfame potassium must be listed clearly