Japanese Whisky from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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