Soju 20% ABV from Japan

Korean distilled rice or grain spirit at 20% ABV, classified as other spirituous beverages under HTS 2208.90.80.20 due to low strength.

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

Lower ABV means proportionally lower proof duties—accurate vol.% testing essential

Distinguish from rice wine (sake) via distillation proof

TTB may require 'distilled spirit' labeling vs. 'liqueur'