Punt e Mes Vermouth from Japan
Punt e Mes is an Italian bittersweet vermouth from Trebbiano grapes infused with quinine and 30 herbs. It fits HTS 2205.10.30.00 as vermouth in 750ml bottles ≤2 liters, emphasizing its aromatic plant flavoring. Famous in Americanos.
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
• Ensure no prohibited substances in botanicals; FDA checks herbal additives
• Declare exact proof for duty adjustment if not 100 proof equivalent