Sake Aging Cedar Barrel from Japan
Handcrafted 72-liter sugi cedar barrel (Cryptomeria japonica) for premium sake maturation, featuring watertight bamboo hoops. HTS 4416.00.30 includes bamboo/woody material casks per Chapter Note 2. Imparts subtle resinous aroma.
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
• Chapter Note 2 applies 'woody materials'; cedar/bamboo combination stays in Chapter 44
• Japanese phytosanitary certificate essential for cedar species
• Bamboo hoop natural treatment prevents insect infestation claims