Rye for Distillery Use

High-rye content unmilled grain under HTS 1002.90.00.00, sourced for craft whiskey production where rye imparts spicy flavor notes. Meets TTB standards for straight rye whiskey mash bills.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1005.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If inadvertently containing maize (corn) exceeding 51%

Predominant maize content would reclassify under corn/maize headings in Chapter 10.

2208.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If malted during processing

Malted rye for brewing/distilling falls under Chapter 22 as denatured spirits or preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide end-use statement for beverage alcohol production to facilitate CBP processing

Ensure alcohol-free certification if transshipping through wet ports

Test for varietal purity if claiming specific rye whiskey designations