Sparkling Pear Perry from Japan
A lightly sparkling fermented perry made from pears, with carbonation from secondary fermentation but below 3 bars pressure. Classified under HTS 2206.00.15.20 as 'other' cider (broadly including perry as fermented fruit beverage). It distinguishes from true sparkling wine by pressure and fermentation type.
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
• Test and document CO2 pressure (<3 bars at 20°C) to confirm not sparkling wine; use certified labs for verification
• Ensure TTB formula approval if blended; common error is undervaluing proof for duty assessment
• Include fermentation process details in entry docs; segregate from still ciders to avoid reclassification