2206.00.90.40/Kvass Fermented Beverage/Japan

Kvass Fermented Beverage from Japan

Kvass is a traditional Eastern European low-alcohol (1-2.5% ABV) fermented beverage from rye bread, beets, or grains. Classified in HTS 2206.00.90.40 as other fermented beverages not fitting standard beer or wine. Often lightly carbonated.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide recipe breakdown showing fermentation without malt dominance

• Low-proof imports still calculated per proof liter ratio to 100 proof

• Label as 'fermented kvass' distinctly from non-alcoholic soft drinks