Crémant de Loire Blanc from Germany
French Crémant de Loire Blanc sparkling wine from Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc grapes, bottle-fermented to achieve required 3+ bar pressure at 20°C. Qualifies under HTS 2204.10.00 as sparkling wine of fresh grapes. Known for citrus and apple notes.
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
• AOC certification mandatory for appellation claims; affects duty treatment
• Use calibrated pressure testers; CBP may sample at entry for verification
• Ensure proper bottle closure documentation to prove maintained carbonation