Rye for Distillery Use from Japan
High-rye content unmilled grain under HTS 1002.90.00.00, sourced for craft whiskey production where rye imparts spicy flavor notes. Meets TTB standards for straight rye whiskey mash bills.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide end-use statement for beverage alcohol production to facilitate CBP processing
• Ensure alcohol-free certification if transshipping through wet ports
• Test for varietal purity if claiming specific rye whiskey designations