Alcoholic Whiskey Aroma Compound from Japan
High-strength alcoholic solution of odoriferous substances mimicking aged whiskey notes, used in distilleries for flavoring blended whiskies, with over 20% alcohol. Classified under HTS 3302.10.90.00 as an industrial raw material for beverage manufacture based on its role in food/drink production. It enables consistent flavor profiles in large-scale spirit 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
• Provide TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) pre-import approval if applicable; label with precise odoriferous substance composition; watch for misdeclaration as finished whiskey leading to higher duties