Heineken Lager Beer Keg from Japan
A 50-liter keg of Heineken lager, a malt-based beer with 5% ABV, packaged in a metal container holding over 4 liters for draft dispensing in bars and events. Classified under HTS 2203.00.00.90 as beer made from malt in large containers exceeding 4 liters, distinct from retail bottles or cans.
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
• Obtain TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) approval and COLA (Certificate of Label Approval) prior to importation
• Verify container capacity exceeds 4 liters exactly; mismeasurement can lead to reclassification to smaller container subheadings
• Ensure proper documentation of alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C as per Chapter 22 notes to avoid proof liter duty adjustments