Certified Organic French Champagne from Japan
Champagne is a sparkling wine from the Champagne region of France, produced via méthode champenoise with secondary fermentation in bottle. Classified in HTS 2204.10.00.65 due to ≥3 bars pressure, value >$1.59/liter, and organic certification from fresh grape must. It exemplifies premium organic viticulture practices.
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
• Submit AOC/Champagne appellation docs alongside organic cert; CBP may require origin verification
• Calculate duties on proof liter (50% ABV equivalent); use 15.56°C testing standard