Akevitt Lys
Akevitt Lys is a clear, unaged Danish aquavit distilled to about 40% ABV, flavored with caraway and dill. It is a spirituous beverage of an alcoholic strength below 80% vol, falling under the residual 'Other' provision of tariff item 2208.90.99.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the aquavit is considered a fruit brandy
Aquavit is typically grain-based, but if the product is derived from fruit, it may fall under fruit brandies.
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
• Ensure the product's alcoholic strength by volume is accurately measured at 20°C and declared on the commercial invoice
• Verify that the aquavit is not classified under a more specific tariff item, such as fruit brandies (2208.90.92)
Related Products under Tariff item 2208.90.99
Bols Genever Aquavit Blend
Bols Genever Aquavit Blend combines Dutch genever with caraway-flavored aquavit at 42% ABV. As a blend of spirits under 80% vol, it is classified under the residual 'Other' provision of tariff item 2208.90.99.
Gammel Dansk Aquavit
Gammel Dansk is a traditional Danish aquavit bitter with caraway, cumin, and citrus at 38% ABV. It is a spirituous beverage under 80% vol, classified under the residual 'Other' provision of tariff item 2208.90.99.
Linie Aquavit
Linie Aquavit is a premium Norwegian aquavit flavored with caraway, citrus peel, and spices, aged in oak casks. With an alcoholic strength below 80% vol, it falls under the residual 'Other' provision of tariff item 2208.90.99.
Løten Aquavit
Løten Aquavit is a Norwegian aquavit rested three times between distillations with caraway and spices at 41.5% ABV. It is a spirituous beverage under 80% vol, classified under the residual 'Other' provision of tariff item 2208.90.99.
O.P. Anderson Aquavit
O.P. Anderson is a Swedish aquavit with caraway, anise, and fennel at 40% ABV, aged in oak. It is a spirituous beverage under 80% vol, classified under the residual 'Other' provision of tariff item 2208.90.99.
Oppland Aquavit
Oppland Aquavit from Norway is pot-distilled with caraway and aged in old sherry casks, reaching 40% ABV. It is a spirituous beverage under 80% vol, classified under the residual 'Other' provision of tariff item 2208.90.99.