Dassai 45 Nigori Sakè
Dassai 45 Nigori is an unfiltered cloudy sakè made from premium Yamadanishiki rice milled to 45%, offering creamy texture and sweet rice notes. As a traditional rice-based fermented beverage, it falls under HTS 2206.00.45.00 for sakè, distinct from still wines or spirits.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pasteurized and flavored post-fermentation
Flavored nigori sakè with added sweeteners or essences is classified as a flavored alcoholic beverage under 2208.
If non-alcoholic (≤0.5% ABV) version
Non-alcoholic sakè mimics falls under non-alcoholic beverages in heading 2202 per chapter notes.
If naturally effervescent with >0.392g CO2 per 100ml
Effervescent sakè qualifies as effervescent wine under U.S. note definitions in heading 2204.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit proof gallon declarations accurately, as duties scale with proof strength relative to 100 proof for sakè typically 14-16% ABV
• Use refrigerated shipping to maintain quality, and include temperature logs for customs to prevent spoilage claims
• Check for state alcohol import permits, as sakè distribution varies by U.S. state ABC regulations
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