Punt e Mes
Punt e Mes is an Italian vermouth-style aperitif made from fresh grape wine flavoured with quinine, aromatic herbs and bitter plant extracts. With an alcoholic strength by volume not exceeding 18.3% vol, it is classified under tariff item 2205.90.10 as a flavoured wine of fresh grapes. Its bitter botanical profile distinguishes it from standard vermouths, yet it remains within the scope of heading 22.05.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the alcoholic strength by volume exceeds 18.3% vol but does not exceed 22.9% vol
The tariff item is defined by alcohol strength; a higher-strength version of the same product would fall here.
If the product is classified as a spirituous beverage rather than a wine-based aperitif
If the base is not fresh grape wine or if it is a compound alcoholic preparation, heading 22.08 may apply.
If the product is prepared for culinary purposes and unsuitable as a beverage
Chapter note 1(a) excludes such products from Chapter 22.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product's alcoholic strength by volume does not exceed 18.3% vol at 20°C; provide a lab certificate if requested by CBSA
• Declare the product as a flavoured wine of fresh grapes under heading 22.05, not as a liqueur or spirituous beverage
• Verify that the product is not prepared for culinary purposes, which would exclude it from Chapter 22
Related Products under Tariff item 2205.90.10
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