The Bitter Truth Celery Bitters from Japan
The Bitter Truth Celery Bitters feature vegetable notes of celery seed and lemon in spirit base under 80% vol., ideal for Bloody Marys. Classified HTS 2208.90.10.00 for beverage applicability. Savory profile aligns with bitters tradition.
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
• Provide origin certificates for botanicals; calculate duties proportionally to proof strength
• Avoid bulk packaging claims shifting to non-beverage