White Distilled Vinegar from Japan
Clear vinegar produced by distilling dilute fermented grain alcohol, typically 5% acidity, used for cleaning and cooking. It qualifies under HTS 2209.00.00.00 as a vinegar substitute obtained from acetic acid. Versatile for household and culinary applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare exact acetic acid percentage per US Note standards; avoid dual-use labeling that could trigger pesticide or cleaner classifications; file FDA prior notice for food-grade imports