Hard Kefir from Mexico
Fermented milk beverage with added yeasts for alcohol >0.5% vol, classified HTS 2206.00.90 as other fermented beverages. Probiotic-rich alternative to yogurt drinks.
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
• Differentiate from dairy via alcohol content; FDA secondary to TTB
• Fermentation logs required for proof