Honey Mead from Japan
A fermented beverage made from honey, water, and yeast, resulting in alcohol >0.5% vol, fitting HTS 2206.00.90 as 'mead' among other fermented beverages not elsewhere specified. Available in still or lightly sparkling varieties.
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
• Provide origin certificates proving honey fermentation to avoid 2204 wine classification
• Calculate duties precisely using proof liter formula; common error is incorrect temperature adjustment to 20°C
• TTB import permits required—pre-clear formulas for flavored meads