Corona Extra Lager from China
Corona Extra is a pale lager from Mexico made from malted barley, hops, yeast, and water, at 4.6% ABV, traditionally served with lime. HTS 2203.00.00 covers it as beer made from malt. Its clear bottle and beach association make it a global import staple.
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
• Confirm no prohibited additives; Mexican beers often scrutinized for compliance
• Declare package sizes accurately for statistical reporting
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling ABV, leading to reclassification