Slivovitz Plum Brandy 1L Bottle from Japan
Traditional Serbian plum brandy distilled from fermented plums with an alcoholic strength under 80% vol, classified as slivovitz under HTS 2208.90.12.00 due to its value under $3.43/liter and packaging in 1-liter glass bottles. This low-cost, authentic spirit is ideal for casual consumption.
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
• Verify alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C is <80% and value ≤$3.43/L with lab certification to qualify for this subheading
• Provide detailed proof liter calculations using U.S. standards (50% vol at 15.56°C) for accurate duty assessment
• Ensure containers hold ≤4L; larger sizes shift to different subheadings, avoiding common misclassification pitfalls