Fortified Grape Must Base from Japan
Unfermented grape must prepared as a base for fortified wine production, such as Port or Sherry styles, before the addition of spirits. It is classified under tariff item 2204.30.10 as other grape must with fermentation prevented, provided its alcoholic strength does not exceed 22.9% vol.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Document that the must is unfermented and that fortification occurs after import
• Keep records of the alcoholic strength at import, as it must be 22.9% vol or less to qualify for this tariff item