Discount Coconut Rum from Japan
Affordable flavored rum with coconut essence, distilled from sugarcane products under 80% strength in 1L plastic bottles. HTS 2208.40.20.00 due to low value per proof liter and retail container size.
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
• File TTB flavoring formula with exact sugarcane % to retain 'rum' status
• Ensure plastic bottles meet FDA food contact regs; test for migration