Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur 1.75L from Japan
Kahlúa is a rum-based coffee liqueur sweetened with sugar syrup, featuring coffee and vanilla notes at about 20% ABV. Classified under HTS 2208.70.00.60 due to its cordial nature and packaging in 1.75L bottles exceeding the 4-liter threshold per container for this subheading.
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
• Submit Certificate of Label Approval (COLA) from TTB for all imported liqueur containers
• Use precise volumetric analysis at 20°C for alcoholic strength declarations to match chapter notes
• Package securely to prevent leakage, as customs inspections are rigorous for alcohol imports