Asti Spumante DOCG from Germany
Italian Asti Spumante from Moscato grapes in Piedmont, partially fermented in tanks to produce aromatic sparkling wine exceeding 3 bars pressure. HTS 2204.10.00 classification for fresh grape sparkling wines. Lower alcohol around 9% ABV.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Residual sugar levels must be documented; affects proof calculations
• Charmat method validation prevents reclassification to still wines