Low-Value Rum Punch Base
A concentrated rum base with an alcohol strength below 80% vol, used for making punches, in containers not exceeding 4 liters. This product falls under tariff item 2208.40.10 as it is a rum obtained from distilling fermented sugarcane products, with a low value and in retail containers.
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 rum base is considered a preparation for beverages
Products prepared for culinary purposes may be classified elsewhere.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is not prepared for culinary purposes, as that would exclude it from this chapter
• Declare the proof liters correctly for duty calculation
• Verify the container size is within the 4-liter limit
Related Products under Tariff item 2208.40.10
Basic Overproof Rum
A high-proof (around 75% ABV) overproof rum derived from sugarcane fermentation distillate, packaged in 375ml bottles. This product falls under tariff item 2208.40.10 as it is a rum obtained from distilling fermented sugarcane products, with an alcoholic strength below 80% vol and in containers not exceeding 4 liters.
Basic Rhum Arrangé
An infused rhum with fruits, a low-value sugarcane spirit packaged in containers under 4 liters. This product is classified under tariff item 2208.40.10 as it is a rum-based beverage derived from sugarcane, with an alcoholic strength not exceeding 80% vol and in small retail containers.
Budget Barrel Proof Rum
An uncut, budget barrel-proof rum with a high alcoholic strength, likely above 80% vol but below the threshold for denaturation. This product falls under tariff item 2208.40.10 as it is a rum obtained from distilling fermented sugarcane products, packaged in containers not exceeding 4 liters.
Budget White Rum
A light, unaged white rum distilled from fermented sugarcane juice, with an alcoholic strength under 80% vol, packaged in 750ml bottles. This product is classified under tariff item 2208.40.10 as it is a rum obtained from distilling fermented sugarcane products, in retail containers not exceeding 4 liters.
Bulk Pack Mini Rum Bottles
A set of 50ml mini bottles of low-value rum from sugarcane, with a total case equivalent under 4 liters. This product falls under tariff item 2208.40.10 as it is rum obtained from distilling fermented sugarcane products, packaged in small containers not exceeding 4 liters each.
Cheap Agricole Rum
An entry-level agricole rum from fresh sugarcane juice fermentation and distillation, with an alcohol strength below 80% vol, in 700ml bottles. This product is classified under tariff item 2208.40.10 as it is a rum obtained from distilling fermented sugarcane products, in containers not exceeding 4 liters.