Organic California Pinotage from Japan
Rare certified organic Pinotage red wine, fresh California grapes, ABV <14%, valued >$1.05/L, 750ml bottle ≤2L. Classifies under HTS 2204.21.50.35 as certified organic 'other' red wine, non-fortified, non-sparkling.
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
• TTB formula approval needed for varietal blends declaring as 'other red'
• Pressure test samples if semi-carbonic maceration used to rule out sparkling
• Value includes FOB; underdeclare risks penalties and reclassification