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2208.40.60.00/Bulk Molasses Distillate Spirit/Japan

Bulk Molasses Distillate Spirit from Japan

Spirit produced by distilling fermented molasses (sugar-cane byproduct), <80% ABV, in over 4L drums, low-valued at <69¢/proof liter. Fits HTS 2208.40.60.00 as rum/other sugar-cane spirits in bulk form for fuel blending or industrial ethanol needs.

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

• Submit production records tracing to sugar-cane molasses to confirm heading 2208.40 eligibility

• For fuel use, consider drawback programs post-import to recover duties