Schweppes Sparkling White Wine from Japan
An inexpensive sparkling white wine produced from fresh grapes, carbonated to exceed 3 bars pressure at 20°C, ideal for casual toasting. Falls under HTS 2204.10.00.30 due to its sparkling nature and retail value not over $1.59/liter. Meets chapter notes for grape wine classification.
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
• Use certified pressure testing at 20°C; mislabeling as sparkling can lead to audits and reclassification
• Calculate duties on proof liter basis per US notes, adjusting for actual alcohol content at import
• Avoid bulk packaging pitfalls; ensure retail-ready bottles for this low-value subheading