Jose Cuervo Tradicional Gold Tequila 1.75L from Japan
Jose Cuervo Tradicional Gold is a rested gold tequila at ~40% ABV, undenatured ethyl alcohol under 80% vol., in large 1.75L bottles over 4 liters total capacity when considering import units. Classified as tequila under 2208.90.55.00 for bulk containers.
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
• Submit TTB import permit and ensure tequila meets NOM standards for Mexican production
• Calculate duties using proof gallons; ABV tested at 20°C—avoid under-declaring strength