Returnable Beverage Keg from Japan
A stainless steel 1/2 barrel keg for draft beer, designed for repeated filling, transport to bars/restaurants, and return for cleaning/refilling. Qualifies under 9813.00.45 as a reusable container for holding beverage merchandise during transportation.
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
• Provide pressure rating, valve specs, and cleaning compatibility documentation
• Include brewery deposit/return system contracts proving transportation reuse
• Ensure stackability features for efficient palletized shipping