Sake Aging Cedar Barrel from Mexico
> A handcrafted 72-liter sugi cedar barrel (Cryptomeria japonica) for premium sake maturation, featuring watertight bamboo hoops. Per Chapter Note 6, references to wood include bamboos and other woody materials, so this is a cooper's product under tariff item 4416.00.00.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• > Ensure the cedar wood is properly treated to prevent pest introduction, as CBSA enforces wood packaging regulations
• Keep the barrel empty and clean for clearance
• Document the wood species and any treatments applied