Italian Pinot Grigio Still Wine from Japan
A crisp, light-bodied white wine from Pinot Grigio grapes, bottled at 12% ABV, falling under HTS 2204.29.61.00 for other grape wines not over 14% alcohol by volume. This covers everyday table wines without fortification or carbonation.
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
• Secure TTB Certificate of Label Approval (COLA) before import; labels must match HTS-declared alcohol content
• Use bonded warehouse entry for wines to defer duties; common pitfall is incorrect proof gallon calculations
• Verify grape origin documentation to prevent reclassification if blended with non-fresh grape must