Dassai 45 Nigori Sakè from China
Dassai 45 Nigori is an unfiltered, cloudy saké made from Yamadanishiki rice milled to 45%, offering a creamy texture and sweet rice notes. With an alcoholic strength typically around 16% vol, it is a non-sparkling saké that falls under tariff item 2206.00.50, which covers saké and other non-sparkling wine not exceeding 13.7% vol. Its traditional fermentation process classifies it as a fermented beverage, not a spirit.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
Import Tips
• Verify the ABV of Dassai 45 Nigori; if it exceeds 13.7% vol, it will not qualify for this item and may fall under a higher-ABV sibling item
• Keep documentation from the producer stating the alcoholic strength at 20°C
• Since it is unfiltered, ensure the packaging is stable for transport to avoid spoilage during customs clearance