Canadian Rye Whisky from Japan
Light-style whisky from Canada predominantly flavored with rye, blended and aged in oak, around 40% ABV, under HTS 2208.30.60 for other whiskies <80% vol. Classified here as it doesn't meet Bourbon mash bill or straight whiskey aging minima.
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
• Provide Canadian Food Inspection Agency certificate proving whiskey standards compliance
• Watch for bulk vs bottled imports; bottled for retail may require different COLA approvals