Punt e Mes from Japan
Punt e Mes is an Italian vermouth-style aperitif from fresh grape wine with added quinine and aromatic bitters. HTS 2205.90.60.00 covers it as 'other' due to its unique bitter plant flavoring profile.
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
• Pre-clear TTB formula showing plant flavor dominance over sweetness
• Adjust proof ratios correctly for duty; over/under-declaration penalized equally
• Avoid selling as 'vermouth' if dry/bitter to prevent subheading disputes