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%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 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