Beverage Rum Flavor Emulsion 12% Alcohol from Mexico
An alcoholic solution of odoriferous rum-like aromatics used as a base flavoring in spirit production, containing 12% alcohol by weight. Classified under HTS 3302.90.2050 as an 'other' preparation based on odoriferous substances for beverage manufacture. Not a finished consumer product but a concentrated raw material.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include detailed formulation sheets showing alcohol percentage and list of odoriferous components for Customs review
• Ensure packaging indicates bulk industrial use (e.g
• 55-gallon drums) rather than retail sizes to maintain raw material status