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2106.90.18.00/Vodka Base Syrup Concentrate/Germany

Vodka Base Syrup Concentrate from Germany

A high-alcohol syrup concentrate containing over 50% alcohol by weight, primarily neutral spirits flavored with subtle fruit essences, used by beverage manufacturers to produce flavored vodkas. It falls under HTS 2106.90.18.00 as a compound alcoholic preparation for beverage production, not classified as distilled spirits in Chapter 22 due to its syrupy additive composition.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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Import Tips

• Verify alcohol content certification from supplier to confirm >50% by weight for proper classification under 2106.90.18.00

• Include end-use statement specifying beverage manufacturing to prevent reclassification as retail spirits under Chapter 22

• Watch for TTB labeling requirements even on imports for further processing; common pitfall is incomplete proof-of-use documentation

Vodka Base Syrup Concentrate from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2106.90.18.00