Beefeater London Dry Gin from Japan
Beefeater is a traditional London Dry Gin distilled nine times with nine botanicals led by juniper, coriander, and Seville oranges at 40% ABV. HTS 2208.50.00 covers this unflavored, juniper-dominant spirit under 80% vol.
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
• Conduct gas chromatography to prove juniper volatiles > other aromatics for classification defense
• Batch-test ABV at 20°C as per chapter notes to avoid duty adjustment disputes
• Ensure no artificial flavors; natural botanical sourcing docs prevent 2208.90 shift