Hard Seltzer Lemon Lime from Japan
A ready-to-drink mixture of fermented hard seltzer (sparkling alcoholic water) and non-alcoholic lemon lime flavoring, packaged in 12 oz cans. Classified under HTS 2206.00.90.25 as a mixture of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified, in containers under 4 liters.
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 alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C does not exceed classification thresholds for fermented beverages; provide lab analysis certificates
• Label containers clearly with alcohol content, ingredients, and proof for CBP verification; common pitfall is misdeclaring as non-alcoholic
• Use proof liter calculations for duty assessment; ensure packaging holds ≤4L per unit to qualify for this subheading