Pisco Bulk Grape Spirit from Japan
Undenatured grape brandy from wine distillation for Pisco production, <80% vol alcohol, >4L bulk containers ≤$2.38/L value. HTS 2208.20.5000 due to grape origin and low unit value. Imported by craft distillers for regional specialties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide distillation records confirming <80% ABV at 20°C; label clearly as bulk industrial
• Pitfall: confusing with finished Pisco which may have higher value