Honey Mead from Mexico
A fermented beverage made from honey, water, and yeast, resulting in alcohol >0.5% vol, fitting HTS 2206.00.90 as 'mead' among other fermented beverages not elsewhere specified. Available in still or lightly sparkling varieties.
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
• Provide origin certificates proving honey fermentation to avoid 2204 wine classification
• Calculate duties precisely using proof liter formula; common error is incorrect temperature adjustment to 20°C
• TTB import permits required—pre-clear formulas for flavored meads