Abricotine Apricot Ratafia from Japan

Abricotine is an apricot kernel and fruit distillate spirit from the Alps, <80% vol, bottled ≤4L under HTS 2208.90.46.30 for kirschwasser/ratafia category. Its stone fruit base aligns with traditional ratafia definitions.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Disclose kernel usage in formula; cyanide traces may trigger FDA scrutiny

Use ISF filing 24hrs pre-loading for smooth CBP clearance

Reclassification risk if strength ≥80%; independent lab test recommended