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2204.30.00.00/Fortified Grape Must Base/Japan

Fortified Grape Must Base from Japan

Unfermented grape must prepared as a base for fortified wine production, such as Port or Sherry styles, before spirit addition. Classified in HTS 2204.30.00.00 as other grape must since fortification occurs post-import. Typically high-sugar must from late-harvest grapes.

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%
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Import Tips

• Specify 'for further fortification' on docs; obtain TTB formula approval for end-use

• Monitor for effervescence; ensure no CO2 excess per subheading notes