Scrappy's Chocolate Bitters from Mexico
Scrappy's Chocolate Bitters infuse cocoa, spice, and vanilla into a neutral spirit under 80% vol. ABV, perfect for enhancing espresso martinis. Under HTS 2208.90.10.00 for its beverage mixing suitability as spirituous bitters. Botanical complexity confirms spirituous beverage status.
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
• Obtain TTB approval for non-standard flavors; provide distillation records for proof verification
• Pitfall: mislabeling as 'syrup' risks reclassification and penalties