Heineken Lager Beer from Japan

Heineken Lager is a pale lager beer brewed from malted barley, hops, yeast, and water, with an alcoholic strength typically around 5% ABV. It falls under HTS 2203.00.00 as it is beer made from malt, fitting the chapter's definition for classification in heading 2203. Produced in the Netherlands, it's a classic Pilsner-style beer exported worldwide.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify malt content via lab analysis to confirm classification under 2203.00.00; non-malt beers may shift to 2206

• Declare alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C and volume in proof liters for accurate duty calculation per U.S. notes

• Obtain TTB approval and provide certificates of label approval (COLA) to avoid customs holds on imported beer