Dom Pérignon Vintage Brut Champagne from China
Premium sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France using the traditional méthode champenoise, featuring Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. It qualifies under HTS 2204.10.00.75 as sparkling wine (excess pressure >3 bars at 20°C) valued over $1.59/liter and not specified elsewhere in the sparkling wine subheadings. Ideal for celebrations and fine dining.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify sparkling status via lab test for >3 bars pressure at 20°C; provide certificates of origin from Champagne appellation
• Calculate duties on proof liter basis adjusted for alcohol content; ensure accurate valuation over $1.59/L threshold
• Obtain TTB approval and COLA prior to import; avoid misclassification as still wine to prevent penalties