Refurbished Maple Beer Keg from Japan
A 15.5-gallon stainless-lined maple keg refurbished after brewery use, retaining wooden exterior staves for traditional aesthetics. HTS 4416.00.90.40 applies to this used wooden cooper's vessel for beverage storage.
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
• Document refurbishment process including pressure testing to prove serviceability and used status
• Comply with TTB regulations if destined for alcohol production; include prior use affidavits
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete disassembly declaration leading to parts classification