Sparkling Pear Perry from Japan
A sparkling fermented beverage made from pear juice, with natural carbonation from secondary fermentation, classified as cider/perry under HTS 2206.00.15. It meets the broad definition of fermented cider-like beverages, whether still or sparkling.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document CO2 levels; if <3 bars at 20°C, it stays in 2206—provide pressure test results to distinguish from 2204 sparkling wine
• Use TTB-approved formulas for fermented fruit beverages; include alcohol content and proof gallon declarations
• Avoid bulk shipments without proper venting to prevent container rupture from fermentation gases