Bulleit Rye Whiskey from Japan
Bulleit Rye features a high-rye mash bill at 45% ABV, packaged in 750ml or 1.75L bottles under 4 liters. HTS 2208.30.60.55 applies to this American rye whiskey for retail import, distinguished by its bold rye character.
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
• Confirm mash bill ≥51% rye for straight rye status; retain distiller certificates
• Pitfall: overproof imports adjust duties proportionally
• Comply with state liquor control board registrations