Coca-Cola Classic from China
Carbonated soft drink flavored with caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural flavors, and sweetened with high fructose corn syrup. Classified under HTS 2202.99.91.90 as a non-alcoholic beverage (under 0.5% ABV) with added sugar and flavoring, not qualifying as fruit, nut, or vegetable juice from heading 2009.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify alcoholic strength by volume is below 0.5% at 20°C with lab testing to confirm non-alcoholic status
• Include detailed ingredient lists and nutritional labeling compliant with FDA requirements for beverages
• Avoid misclassification as fruit juice by ensuring no significant fruit juice content over 1%