Artisanal Sakè from Canada
Japanese rice wine produced by fermenting polished rice with koji mold and yeast, typically pasteurized and filtered, ABV 15-20%. Under HTS 2206.00.15.20 as 'other' fermented beverages (explicitly including sakè). It differs from beer/distilled spirits by unique brewing process.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
60%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1250%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(1) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify polishing ratio (e.g
• ginjo/daiginjo) in docs; US requires TTB COLA for labels
• Calculate duties precisely on proof at 60°F; common pitfall is confusing with shochu (distilled, 2208)
• Use temperature-controlled shipping; declare as 'sakè' to match statutory examples