Brewers' Pitch Preparation from Japan
A commercial brewers' pitch preparation based on rosin acids and vegetable pitch, applied hot to seal brewery vessels. Falls under HTS 3807.00.00.00 as similar preparations for brewing applications. Prevents yeast contamination in fermentation.
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
• NSF certification for food safety; heat-stable packaging required; batch testing for acidity