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

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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