Zero-Calorie Lemonade Drink Powder from Japan

Powdered lemonade mix sweetened with artificial sweeteners, classified in 2101.12.58 and eligible for USMCA treatment under 9823.10.34. Meets specific sugar preparation criteria outlined in note 10(b)(2) for preferential duty rates from Canada or Mexico.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Ensure product formulation documentation clearly shows compliance with 2101.12.58 sugar preparation definitions

Include USMCA certificate of origin specifying general note 11 and subchapter note 10(b)(2) eligibility

Avoid common pitfall of improper sugar content labeling which triggers higher general rates