Vouvray Pétillant from Japan
Vouvray Pétillant is a lightly sparkling Chenin Blanc wine from France's Loire Valley, effervescent due to bottle fermentation (CO2 >0.392g/100ml, pressure <3 bars). It is imported under HTS 2206.00.60.00 for effervescent wines.
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
• Use certified lab reports for CO2 and pressure at 20°C to support effervescent claim
• Ensure EU origin certificates for potential preferential duties; label alcohol by volume accurately