Dried Wine Lees Pellets from Japan
Dried wine lees formed into pellets for easier handling and transport, retaining the characteristic yeast and tartrate composition. Remains classified under HTS 2307.00.00.00 as it represents minimally processed wine lees. Common in organic fertilizer production.
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
• Document drying process to prove minimal processing and maintain 2307 classification
• Test for pesticide residues common in grape products to meet import safety standards
• Calculate duties based on dry weight, providing moisture reduction certificates