Canadian Rye Whisky from United States
Canadian Rye Whisky is a light-style whisky produced in Canada, predominantly flavored with rye, blended and aged in oak, typically at 40% alcohol by volume. It falls under this tariff item as an undenatured whisky with an alcoholic strength below 80% vol, and it does not meet the specific criteria for Bourbon or other named whisky types.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the product meets the Canadian definition of rye whisky, including the predominant use of rye grain and aging requirements, to avoid reclassification
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing alcohol strength below 80% vol
• Check with the Canada Revenue Agency for excise duty obligations on spirits imported into Canada