Tia Maria Coffee Liqueur from Japan
Tia Maria is a Jamaican rum and coffee liqueur with vanilla at 20% ABV in 700ml bottles. Under HTS 2208.70.0030 as a cordial ≤4L, due to its sweetened, flavored rum spirit composition <80% ABV.
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%
Import Tips
• Rum origin labeling required; verify Jamaican appellation compliance
• Test for coffee solubles to confirm liqueur vs flavored rum distinction