Løten Aquavit from Japan
Løten Aquavit is a Norwegian classic, rested three times between distillations with caraway and spices at 41.5% ABV. It precisely fits HTS 2208.90.0100 as aquavit, a protected spirit name for caraway distillates under 80% vol. Traditional methods ensure tariff accuracy.
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
• Test for CO2 content if effervescent to avoid confusion with wine headings
• Use ISF filing 24 hours pre-vessel for timely duty estimates
• Monitor for formula changes that could reclassify as flavored rum or vodka