Pepsi Cola from Japan
Iconic cola-flavored carbonated soft drink containing added sweeteners like high fructose corn syrup and flavorings such as caffeine and phosphoric acid. Falls under HTS 2202.99.91.90 for other flavored non-alcoholic beverages excluding fruit/nut/vegetable juices.
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
• Provide Certificate of Analysis confirming ABV <0.5% to prevent reclassification as alcoholic
• Ensure packaging labels meet bilingual requirements if from non-English origin countries
• Declare exact sugar content to avoid disputes over 'added sweetening matter' valuation