Lagavulin 16 Year Islay Scotch Whisky 750ml from Japan
Intensely peated Islay single malt Scotch aged 16 years, smoky with iodine and sherry notes. Fits HTS 2208.30.3030 as Scotch whisky in 750ml container (<4L), <80% vol. Peat smoke from malting process characteristic of Islay style.
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
• Peated whiskies may require gas chromatography for spirit purity verification
• Use padded packaging; high breakage risk for premium glass bottles
• Pre-clear with CBP for high-value lots to expedite release