Armagnac Brandy in 6-Liter Metal Can from Japan
Aged Armagnac from Gascony, France, a grape-based brandy in a 6-liter metal canister for industrial blending. Falls under HTS 2208.90.40.00 as 'other' brandy over 4 liters valued >$2.38/L, ethyl alcohol <80% vol. Bulk packaging targets distillers rather than consumers.
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
• Submit TTB Import Permit and formula for non-beverage or blending use if applicable to reduce duties
• Verify container holds exactly over 4L; CBP measures capacity, mismeasurement leads to reclassification
• Include commercial invoice showing value per liter; high-value brandies need detailed provenance docs