Cockburn's Fine Tawny Port from Germany
Entry-level tawny from historic Cockburn's, 19.5% ABV fortified ruby blend, 750ml. Captured in HTS 2204.21.80.60 as unspecified high-strength grape wine.
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
• Insure against breakage; alcohol has excise value
• Declare as 'other' precisely to avoid higher spirit duties
• Monitor for color additives disqualifying wine status