Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Hard Cider from Japan
A popular still hard cider made from fermented apples with an alcoholic strength exceeding 0.5% by volume, fitting under HTS 2206.00.15.10 as defined by statistical note 3 to Chapter 22 for hard cider. It is produced from apple juice fermentation resulting in a crisp, refreshing beverage not classified elsewhere.
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%
Import Tips
• Verify alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C exceeds 0.5% and meets statistical note 3 criteria for hard cider to avoid reclassification
• Provide laboratory analysis certificates confirming proof for duty assessment on proof liter basis as per U.S. notes
• Ensure TTB labeling compliance and COLA approval before importation to prevent customs holds