Repurposed Elm Vinegar Vat from Japan
100-gallon elm wood vat from artisanal vinegar house, ideal for acetification process due to neutral flavor profile. HTS 4416.00.90.40 covers used wooden vats for acidic liquid processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Acid resistance testing documentation essential for vinegar applications
• Elm species declaration; Dutch elm disease certificates may apply
• Recommend stainless steel banding inspection for acid corrosion