Fresh Grape Must for Winemaking
Fresh, unfermented grape juice extracted from grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay, intended for direct use in winemaking. As it is not concentrated and not prepared for culinary use, it is classified under tariff item 2204.30.90 as other grape must.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the alcoholic strength exceeds 22.9% vol
This item covers other grape must with higher alcohol content.
If the must is concentrated or has added sugar
Concentrated grape must falls under fruit juices in chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the must is unfermented and has an alcohol strength not exceeding 0.5% vol to avoid classification as wine
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing sugar content and absence of fermentation
• Ensure proper refrigeration during transport to maintain freshness
Related Products under Tariff item 2204.30.90
Cabernet Sauvignon Grape Must
Unfermented grape must from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, imported fresh after crushing for use in red wine production. It is not concentrated and is not prepared for culinary purposes, so it falls under tariff item 2204.30.90 as other grape must.
Fortified Grape Must Base
Fortified Grape Must Base is unfermented grape must intended as a base for producing fortified wines like Port or Sherry, with fortification (spirit addition) occurring after import. It falls under tariff item 2204.30.90 as 'other grape must' because it is not yet fortified and has an alcoholic strength exceeding 0.5% vol, placing it in Chapter 22 rather than heading 20.09.
Merlot Grape Must Bulk
Bulk unfermented Merlot grape must sourced from Bordeaux, imported in aseptic flexitanks for blending in red wine production. It is not concentrated and is not prepared for culinary purposes, so it falls under tariff item 2204.30.90 as other grape must.
Moscato Grape Must
Sweet, unfermented Moscato grape must with low acidity and grapey flavors, intended for frizzante wine production. It is not effervescent and not concentrated, so it is classified under tariff item 2204.30.90 as other grape must.
Organic Chardonnay Grape Must
Unfermented must from certified organic Chardonnay grapes, gently pressed to preserve delicate flavors for premium white wine production. It is not concentrated and not prepared for culinary use, so it falls under tariff item 2204.30.90 as other grape must.
Pinot Noir Grape Must
Delicate unfermented must from Pinot Noir grapes, lightly pressed for elegant Burgundy-style wines. It is not concentrated and not prepared for culinary purposes, so it is classified under tariff item 2204.30.90 as other grape must.