Hakkaisan Junmai Ginjo Sakè from Japan
Hakkaisan Junmai Ginjo Sakè from Niigata is crafted with local water and rice, delivering crisp acidity and melon aromas in a pure rice fermentation. It is specifically categorized under HTS 2206.00.45.00 as rice wine or sakè, separate from grape wines or distilled spirits.
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
• Obtain TTB formula approval if any non-traditional ingredients are used, preventing reclassification during entry
• Document rice polishing ratio (seimaibuai) for premium claims, aiding in valuation disputes
• Beware of bulk vs bottled imports; ensure proper packaging declarations to match statistical suffixes