Artisanal Sakè from China
Artisanal saké is a traditional Japanese fermented beverage made from polished rice, water, koji mold, and yeast. With an alcoholic strength typically between 15% and 20% by volume, it is not sparkling and falls squarely under tariff item 2206.00.50, which covers saké and other non-sparkling wine not exceeding 13.7% vol. Its production via fermentation, not distillation, distinguishes it from spirits.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the saké's alcoholic strength by volume is measured at 20°C and does not exceed 13.7% vol to qualify for this tariff item
• Provide a certificate of analysis or label declaration to the CBSA confirming the ABV
• If the saké is sparkling, it will not fall under this item and may require reclassification