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Vodka Neutral Spirit Barrel from Japan

Un-toasted Hungarian oak barrel for vodka resting, minimizing wood flavor extraction in neutral spirit production. 53-gallon American standard size under HTS 4416.00.30. Light steam bending preserves tight grain.

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

• Specify 'untoasted' in invoice; toasted versions have different valuation

• TTB requires barrel specs for neutral spirit processing approvals

• Humidity-controlled shipping prevents stave shrinkage