Knob Creek 9 Year Bourbon 5L from Japan
Knob Creek 9 Year is small batch Kentucky straight bourbon aged 9 years minimum, ~50% ABV. HTS 2208.30.60.40 for >4L packaging targets hospitality and bulk buyers. Fully qualifies as undenatured spirit.
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
• Age statement must match barrel records; use distilled spirits survey for CBP
• Common issue: Ignoring proof adjustment for temperature