2206.00.15.20/Honey Mead/Japan

Honey Mead from Japan

A traditional fermented beverage made from honey, water, and yeast, often still or lightly effervescent, with ABV around 10-14%. It is classified in HTS 2206.00.15.20 as 'other' fermented beverages akin to cider, not specified elsewhere like sake. Mead fits as a non-grape, non-malt fermented drink.

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%

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Import Tips

• Submit proof gall/test results at 15.56°C for duty; miscalculating high ABV proofs leads to audits

• Label as 'fermented honey beverage' not wine; provide hive origin if claiming special rates

• Avoid blending with spirits (reclassifies to 2208); document pure fermentation process