Pine Whiskey Barrel Staves from Japan
Specially toasted pine staves for crafting tight barrels in craft distilling, providing unique flavor profiles. Classified HTS 4416.00.60 as softwood staves for tight cooperage. Pine softwood standard for such applications.
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
• Note any charring/toasting on invoices but confirm doesn't alter classification
• TTB approvals may be needed alongside CBP for alcohol-related imports
• Match stave length to standard barrel sizes (36-48 inches)