2208.50.00/Beefeater London Dry Gin/Japan

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%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

• 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