Jamaican Dairy Rum Balls from Japan
Rum-infused chocolate dairy balls from Jamaica with >10% milk solids and sugar described in chapter 17 note 8. Entered pursuant to 2106.90.78.00 provisions as qualifying NESOI preparations. The alcohol is minor; classification driven by milk/sugar profile.
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
• TTB approval needed for rum content; coordinate with FDA for dairy
• Declare exact alcohol by volume to avoid misclassification
• Ensure note 8 eligibility by excluding non-qualifying country blends