2208.30.60/Japanese Whisky/Japan

Japanese Whisky from Japan

Whisky produced in Japan from malted barley or grains, aged in oak, mimicking Scotch style at 40-46% ABV, fits 2208.30.60 as other whiskies undenatured <80% vol. Lacks specific HTS for Japanese origin.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Secure Japanese distillery age statements and lab analysis for proof verification

• TTB requires pre-import formula review for any non-traditional Japanese production methods