Budweiser American Lager from Japan
Budweiser is an American-style pale lager brewed from malted barley, rice adjuncts, hops, and yeast, with 5% ABV. It qualifies for HTS 2203.00.00 because it is beer made from malt, where malt provides essential character despite adjuncts. Produced by Anheuser-Busch, it's a top U.S. import/export brand.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document malt usage percentage; rice adjuncts don't disqualify if malt imparts beer character
• Use precise volumetric measures at 20°C for ABV declaration to match chapter notes
• Secure state alcohol permits alongside federal TTB for distribution