Sodium Sulfite for Wine Preservation from Japan
Granular sodium sulfite specifically for winemaking to prevent oxidation and microbial growth. Covered by HTS 2832.10.00.00 as a sodium sulfite, a standard inorganic compound in this chapter.
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
• Comply with TTB and FDA sulfite residue limits (10-350 ppm); label as 'contains sulfites' per 27 CFR 4.22
• Pitfall: retail packaging may shift to 3824