Peppermint Flavor Essence Low Alcohol from China
Low-alcohol peppermint extract mixture for use in alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage production. Containing not over 20% alcohol, it's a key raw material under HTS 3302.10.20.00.
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
• Alcohol content certification is critical; use accredited labs
• Differentiate from essential oils by providing mixture formulation
• Bulk import in drums reduces duty scrutiny vs retail packs