Apple Cider Juice Blend from Japan
Blend of apple juice and fermented-style cider notes (non-alcoholic), with sugar, unfermented overall. 'Other' under 2009.79.00 for apple-based juices not elsewhere specified. Mimics traditional cider without spirit.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Test alcohol content rigorously to stay under 0.5% vol threshold
• Declare as juice, not cider, if non-alcoholic to avoid Chapter 22
• Use tamper-evident seals for retail import compliance