Sorbitol Sweetener for Beverages from China
Processed sorbitol syrup for sugar-free beverages, providing body and sweetness without calories. HTS 3824.60.00.00 covers this as sorbitol preparation outside 2905.44's primary aqueous forms. Blended for optimal solubility in drinks.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.9%
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
• FDA GRAS affirmation required; submit flavor profile and stability data
• Test for diuresis warnings on labels per FDA beverage guidelines
• Specify beverage-grade to prevent food vs industrial classification disputes