Aviation Gin
Aviation American Gin is a distilled gin made by blending neutral spirits with juniper, cardamom, lavender, and citrus, bottled at 42% alcohol by volume. Its juniper-forward character and production method qualify it as gin under tariff item 2208.50.00, which covers gin and Geneva with an alcoholic strength below 80% vol.
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 product is a flavored spirit not meeting gin standards
Spirits not elsewhere specified fall under 2208.90.00 when they lack juniper as the dominant flavor.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product label clearly states the alcoholic strength by volume, as this determines classification under 2208.50.00
• Verify that the gin is not prepared for culinary purposes, which would exclude it from Chapter 22
• Keep commercial invoices and certificates of origin ready for CBSA duty assessment
Related Products under Tariff item 2208.50.00
Aviation Gin 750ml
Aviation Gin 750ml is a bottled gin at 42% ABV, under 80% vol, in a 750ml retail container. It falls under tariff item 2208.50.00 as gin, with the container size not affecting the classification under this item.
Beefeater London Dry Gin
Beefeater London Dry Gin is a traditional dry gin distilled nine times with nine botanicals, led by juniper, coriander, and Seville oranges, at 40% ABV. Its juniper-dominant profile and production method place it squarely under tariff item 2208.50.00 for gin and Geneva.
Beefeater London Dry Gin 1.75L
Beefeater London Dry Gin 1.75L is a classic dry gin at 44% ABV, packaged in a 1.75-liter container. It falls under tariff item 2208.50.00 as gin, with the container size not affecting classification under this item.
Bols Genever
Bols Genever is a traditional Dutch Genever made from malt wine redistilled with juniper berries, offering a malty profile at around 42% ABV. Tariff item 2208.50.00 explicitly covers 'Geneva' (Genever), distinguishing it from dry gin while sharing the same classification.
Bombay Sapphire Gin 1L
Bombay Sapphire Gin 1L is a vapor-infused London Dry-style gin at 47% ABV, less than 80% vol, in a 1-liter bottle. It is classified under tariff item 2208.50.00 as gin, with the container size not affecting classification.
Bombay Sapphire London Dry Gin
Bombay Sapphire London Dry Gin is a premium gin distilled from neutral grain spirits and infused with ten botanicals including juniper, coriander, and citrus peels. Its juniper-forward flavor and gin production method qualify it under tariff item 2208.50.00 for gin and Geneva.