USMCA Instant Coffee Mix from Japan
Soluble coffee and coffee substitutes mixture classified under 2101.20.38, eligible for USMCA treatment per note 10(a). Product undergoes roasting, grinding, and extraction processes in Canada or Mexico meeting origin rules. Used in retail beverage preparation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Maintain production records showing substantial transformation in USMCA country
• Label compliance critical for coffee substitute content declarations
• Monitor caffeine content declarations for FDA compliance