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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

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

• 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'

Soju 20% ABV from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2208.90.80.20