Pear Perry from Mexico
Pear perry is a fermented pear cider beverage with ABV around 4-8%, made by fermenting pear juice similar to apple cider process. It falls under HTS 2206.00.90.40 as other fermented beverages, explicitly mentioned in the heading examples. Often naturally carbonated.
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
• Document pear origin and fermentation to differentiate from grape sparkling wines
• Prepare for proof testing at 60°F; variances affect duty proportionally
• Avoid retail packaging that mimics beer, risking 2203 reclass