Hard Kefir in 12oz Aluminum Can from Mexico
Fermented milk beverage (hard kefir) with >0.5% ABV from kefir grains, packaged in 12oz aluminum cans. HTS 2206.00.90.30 for other fermented beverages (dairy ferments) in aluminum containers. Distinct from dairy in Chapter 4 or liqueurs.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• FDA prior notice required as dairy product; pasteurization records essential
• Confirm fermentation produces ethyl alcohol, not just lactic acid
• Duty proportional to proof; dilute products lower effective rate