New Rum Maturation Barrel from Japan
53-gallon new white oak barrel designed for aging dark rum, featuring medium toast and traditional galvanized steel hoops. Classified in HTS 4416.00.30.10 as new wooden cooperage for spirits.
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
• Include FDA prior notice for food-contact wooden articles destined for beverage use
• Document moisture content below 12% to qualify as properly seasoned cooperage staves
• Avoid shipping nested barrels; stacking may cause damage claims or reclassification issues