Red Wine Grape Must from Sangiovese from Japan
Fresh must from Sangiovese grapes, including skins and seeds for skin-contact fermentation in Chianti-style reds. This unfermented product is under HTS 2204.30.00.00 as other grape must, separate from heading 2009's concentrated forms. Commonly imported by U.S. wineries for custom blending.
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
• Document varietal purity and harvest date; ensure no additives that could trigger food additive classifications
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fruit juices, even unfermented, and TTB import permits
• Avoid pitfall of importing in bulk tanks without proper seals; use IBC totes with temperature control