Peychaud's Aromatic Bitters Extract from Japan
An intensely bitter herbal spirituous extract for culinary applications like sauces and bitters recipes, falling under HTS 2208.90.0500 as it is not intended or fit for direct beverage consumption due to overpowering taste. Alcoholic strength by volume is below 80% at 20°C per chapter notes.
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
• ,Accurate proof gallon reporting essential; use 15.56°C standard for ethyl alcohol content per U.S. notes
• Beware TTB labeling conflicts; ensure import aligns with 'not for beverage use' to avoid excise tax pitfalls