Honey Mead from Mexico
Honey mead is an ancient fermented beverage made from honey, water, and yeast, often with added fruits or spices, achieving 8-18% ABV. It qualifies for HTS 2206.00.90.40 as an other fermented beverage not specified elsewhere in Chapter 22. Varieties include still and sparkling types.
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
• Submit lab reports confirming honey fermentation base to avoid spirits reclassification
• Calculate duties on proof liter basis; adjust for actual proof vs. 100 proof standard