Bitter Lemon Peel Tincture Non-Potable

A spirit-based infusion of bitter citrus peels used exclusively in baking and confectionery, classified in HTS 2208.90.0500 for bitters not fit as beverages due to acrid flavor profile. Meets <80% vol. alcoholic strength criterion.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3301.29.10.00Lower: 11.8% vs 17.5%

If essential oil extraction dominates over spirit base

Essential oils of citrus classify in Chapter 33, separate from alcoholic bitters.

2106.90.52.00Same rate: 17.5%

If compounded as compound alcoholic preparation for food manufacturing

Food compound preparations encompass certain non-beverage alcohol mixes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide sensory analysis reports confirming unfitness for drinking; reference pressure/CO2 notes if effervescent

Document bulk packaging for industrial use to differentiate from retail beverages