Lambrusco Effervescent Wine from Japan
Lambrusco is a lightly effervescent red wine from Italy made from Lambrusco grapes, containing more than 0.392 grams of CO2 per 100ml but not qualifying as sparkling wine (under 3 bars pressure). It falls under HTS 2206.00.60.00 as effervescent wine, a fermented beverage distinct from still or fully sparkling wines.
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
• Verify CO2 content exceeds 0.392g/100ml via lab testing to confirm effervescent status and avoid reclassification as still wine
• Provide certificate of origin and alcohol content label; duties calculated on proof liter basis adjusted for actual proof
• Check TTB labeling approvals pre-import to prevent holds; common pitfall is misstating effervescence level