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
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
• 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