Croatian Slivovitz in 6L Plastic Bottle from Japan
Authentic Croatian plum distillate slivovitz at 45% ABV, double-distilled for smoothness, valued under $3/liter. Fits HTS 2208.90.14.00 due to its classification as low-value slivovitz brandy packaged in large >4L containers for wholesale. Excludes denatured alcohol and adheres to <80% vol strength.
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
• Label bottles with exact ABV, net contents, and 'product of [country]' per TTB rules; calculate duties on proof liters adjusted for actual strength
• Use licensed customs brokers for spirits to handle excise bonds
• Watch for container integrity to avoid leakage penalties