Pellegrino Marsala Superiore Secco from Germany
A dry fortified Marsala Superiore from the Pellegrino estate, made with Catarratto and Grillo grapes, solera-aged for smoothness, exceeding 14% ABV. Classified under HTS 2204.21.60.00 due to its IRS-entitled 'Marsala' type designation displayed on the approved label and packaging in 750ml bottles. This Sicilian specialty embodies traditional Marsala production methods.
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
• Obtain TTB Certificate of Label Approval confirming 'Marsala' wording before shipment; test for alcoholic strength at 20°C to ensure >14% vol compliance; watch for mislabeling as 'Madeira-style' which could trigger reclassification