Kvass in 12oz Aluminum Can from Japan
Traditional Eastern European fermented rye beverage (kvass) with low alcohol >0.5% vol, in 12oz aluminum cans. HTS 2206.00.90.30 includes other fermented beverages not specified elsewhere, packaged in aluminum. Naturally effervescent but under sparkling wine pressure threshold.
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
• Lab certify ABV and CO2 content to confirm not effervescent wine (>0.392g/100ml)
• Use secondary packaging for stability during ocean freight
• Avoid 'beer-like' labeling to prevent 2203 reclassification