Gin Essence Mocktail Base from Japan
Imitation gin beverage with juniper berry, botanicals, and ethyl alcohol <80% vol, replicating London dry gin profile for 2208.90.71 classification. Used in non-alcoholic G&Ts.
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
• Ensure botanical declaration matches imitation without real distillation
• Proof at 20°C per chapter notes for duty assessment