Lillet Blanc Aperitif Wine
Lillet Blanc is a French aperitif wine made from Bordeaux white grapes blended with citrus liqueurs, herbs, and macerated fruit peels. It is a wine of fresh grapes flavoured with plants or aromatic substances, packaged in 750 ml containers (2 litres or less) with an alcoholic strength by volume not exceeding 18.3% vol. This product is classified under tariff item 2205.10.10.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the alcohol strength exceeds 18.3% vol but is not over 22.9% vol
A higher-strength Lillet would be classified under this sibling item.
If the alcohol strength exceeds 22.9% vol
This item covers the highest alcohol strength range in the subheading.
If the product is classified as a liqueur rather than a flavoured wine
Liqueurs are classified under heading 22.08, not 22.05.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the botanical ingredients and alcohol strength for CBSA verification
• Ensure the citrus liqueur addition does not change the product's essential character as a flavoured wine
• Verify the container size is 2 litres or less to qualify for this item
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