Dry Prune Port Wine from Japan
A fortified dry prune wine aged in oak barrels, classified as prune wine under HTS 2206.00.30.00 within other fermented beverages. Fortification occurs post-fermentation with neutral spirits to stabilize.
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
• Submit TTB formula approval for fortified versions to confirm compliance with fermented beverage status
• Document proof accurately at 15.56°C; common error is temperature mismatch affecting duty rates
• Ensure no grape content to avoid 2204; provide detailed production logs