Flavored Hard Cider from Mexico
Apple cider fermented then infused with natural flavors like cherry or ginger, still type, ABV 5-6%. Classified HTS 2206.00.15.20 as mixtures of fermented beverages not elsewhere specified. Flavoring doesn't change base cider fermentation status.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• List all flavor additives in entry; TTB requires ingredient disclosure to prevent reclass as liqueur
• Verify fermentation dominates over non-alc mix; test ABV at 20°C