US Craft Gin Small Batch from Japan
Artisanal small-batch gin distilled in the United States, exported for international blending or maturation, now returning to US market. Falls under 9801.00.80.20 as qualifying US-origin alcohol from heading 2208 previously exported.
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
• Retain original distillery production records proving US origin before export
• Submit evidence no internal revenue tax drawback was received on export
• Use commercial invoices showing export value and reimport value consistency