Japanese Whisky 700ml from Germany
Premium Japanese whisky mimicking Scotch style, aged in oak, 43% ABV in 700ml bottle. HTS 2208.30.6065 applies as 'other' whiskey (non-Scottish origin), not single malt Scotch, container ≤4L, <80% ABV per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Secure distillery certificates proving non-Scottish production to avoid Scotch misclassification
• TTB pre-import review recommended for novel Japanese styles
• Ensure pressure testing not applicable (non-sparkling); focus on alcohol vol at 20°C