Bitter Lemon Peel Tincture Non-Potable from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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