Straight Rye Whiskey Industrial Drum from Japan
Straight rye whiskey from malted rye mash, distilled under 80% ABV and aged minimum 2 years, packed in 5-liter drums for distillery use. Falls under HTS 2208.30.60.75 due to rye whiskey type and large container exceeding 4 liters.
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
• Submit TTB import permit and ensure whiskey meets 'straight' criteria (e.g
• no additives, age statement if applicable)
• Use certified lab testing for ethyl alcohol content to prevent duty disputes on proof liter basis
• Avoid common error of insufficient bonding; bulk spirits require continuous CBP bond