Certified Organic French Champagne from Germany
Champagne is a sparkling wine from the Champagne region of France, produced via méthode champenoise with secondary fermentation in bottle. Classified in HTS 2204.10.00.65 due to ≥3 bars pressure, value >$1.59/liter, and organic certification from fresh grape must. It exemplifies premium organic viticulture practices.
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
• Submit AOC/Champagne appellation docs alongside organic cert; CBP may require origin verification
• Calculate duties on proof liter (50% ABV equivalent); use 15.56°C testing standard