Mount Gay Eclipse Rum from Japan
Mount Gay Eclipse is a golden rum double-distilled from Barbados fermented sugarcane molasses, aged 2-5 years, 40% ABV in 1L bottles. Classified under HTS 2208.40.40.00 for premium rum >$3/proof liter in ≤4L containers.
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%
Import Tips
• Provide distillation records proving sugarcane origin to avoid reclassification as generic spirits
• Calculate proof gallons precisely; duties scale with actual proof vs 100 proof standard
• Ensure bottles meet TTB net content and identity labeling standards