Heineken Lager Beer Keg from Germany
A 50-liter keg of Heineken lager, a malt-based beer with 5% ABV, packaged in a metal container holding over 4 liters for draft dispensing in bars and events. Classified under HTS 2203.00.00.90 as beer made from malt in large containers exceeding 4 liters, distinct from retail bottles or cans.
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%
Import Tips
• Obtain TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) approval and COLA (Certificate of Label Approval) prior to importation
• Verify container capacity exceeds 4 liters exactly; mismeasurement can lead to reclassification to smaller container subheadings
• Ensure proper documentation of alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C as per Chapter 22 notes to avoid proof liter duty adjustments