Sakè Rice Wine

Japanese fermented rice beverage (sakè) with alcohol around 15-20% vol, classified in HTS 2206.00.90 as an example of other fermented beverages. Produced via rice starch conversion to sugars then fermentation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2204.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If sparkling sakè with ≥3 bars pressure

Sparkling versions meeting pressure note go to sparkling wine in 2204.

2208.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If distilled shochu variant

Distilled sakè relatives like shochu are spirits in 2208.

1902.30Lower: 16.4% vs 35%

If imported as uncooked rice prep

Pre-fermentation rice doughs classify as pasta preps in 1902.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Authentic origin labeling essential; provide milling rate docs for premium classifications

Proof determination at 15.56°C critical—use authorized methods per U.S. notes

Avoid distillation claims to stay out of 2208 spirits