Rum Gold 40% ABV from Japan
Aged golden rum distilled from sugarcane molasses at 40% ABV, falling into HTS 2208.90.80 as an 'other' spirit not qualifying for specific rum subheadings due to blending or aging profile.
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
• Verify rum distillation from sugarcane per TTB rules; artificial rum faces different classification
• Color additives must be declared; natural caramel coloring affects 'gold' designation