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Brewers' Pitch Rosin Soap from Japan

Brewers' pitch is a rosin-based preparation used to seal fermentation tanks and clarify beer, made from resin acids emulsified with soap. HTS 3807.00.00.00 covers such similar preparations based on rosin or vegetable pitch for brewing. Essential in craft beer production for sanitary seals.

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

Provide food-contact compliance certificates (FDA); declare exact rosin content; avoid contamination with synthetic polymers