Imitation Tequila Spirit Alternative from Mexico
Beverage imitating agave-based tequila with blue agave flavors, smoke notes, and ethyl alcohol <80% vol, under 2208.90.71 as spirit imitation. Non-alcoholic version for margarita mixes.
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
• Document lack of blue agave distillation to avoid 2208.90.55 mezcal/tequila headings
• Lab certification of <80% vol essential for entry