Artisanal Sakè from Japan
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 — 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
• 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