Crispin Lucky John IPA Hard Cider from Japan
A hop-forward hard cider mimicking IPA style through dry-hopping during fermentation, classified HTS 2206.00.15.10 for hard cider. The apple base fermentation defines its placement per statistical note 3.
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
• Disclose hop and adjunct usage in TTB filings to prevent flavoring disputes
• Ensure ABV measured at 20°C exceeds chapter threshold for alcoholic beverage status
• Use tamper-evident closures compliant with TTB collar requirements