Absolut Vodka 1L from Japan

Absolut Vodka is a premium Swedish vodka made from winter wheat and distilled multiple times, with an alcoholic strength typically around 40% ABV, packaged in a 1-liter glass bottle. It falls under HTS 2208.60.2000 as undenatured ethyl alcohol (vodka) in containers holding not over 4 liters and valued over $2.05 per liter due to its premium pricing and standard spirituous beverage classification.

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

• Obtain a federal permit from TTB for importing distilled spirits and ensure label approval before shipment

• Calculate duties based on proof liters (alcohol content at 15.56°C); provide lab analysis certificates for ABV verification

• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling country of origin or failing to declare exact volume, which can delay clearance