American Whiskey Aging Barrel from Japan
A 53-gallon charred oak barrel essential for bourbon and whiskey production, featuring new American white oak staves. Classified in HTS 4416.00.90 as a cooper's product for spirit maturation, where the charring process enhances flavor extraction from the wood.
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
• Provide char level documentation (e.g
• #3 or #4 char) for customs valuation; obtain ISPM 15 treatment certification for wooden components; watch for anti-dumping duties on certain oak origins