2206.00.90.40/Honey Mead/Japan

Honey Mead from Japan

Honey mead is an ancient fermented beverage made from honey, water, and yeast, often with added fruits or spices, achieving 8-18% ABV. It qualifies for HTS 2206.00.90.40 as an other fermented beverage not specified elsewhere in Chapter 22. Varieties include still and sparkling types.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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Import Tips

• Submit lab reports confirming honey fermentation base to avoid spirits reclassification

• Calculate duties on proof liter basis; adjust for actual proof vs. 100 proof standard

Honey Mead from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2206.00.90.40