Chilean Sauvignon Blanc from China
Light-bodied white wine from Sauvignon Blanc grapes, 12.5% ABV, in 750ml bottles valued at $0.85/liter. Classified under HTS 2204.21.50.15 for low-value white table wines from fresh grapes in small containers, not sparkling or fortified beyond 14% ABV.
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
• Submit proof of value with invoices; bulk imports often scrutinized for transfer pricing—use arm's length documentation
• Test for effervescence; if CO2 >0.392g/100ml but <3 bars, may qualify as effervescent wine under US note, shifting classification
• Comply with FDA prior notice; wines count as food imports requiring facility registration and alerts