Sherry Fino 750ml from Canada
Sherry Fino is a dry fortified wine from Jerez, Spain, produced by blending grape must with grape brandy to reach around 15% ABV, with fermentation arrested for style. It falls under HTS 2204.21.80 as other fortified wine of fresh grapes in ≤2L containers exceeding 14% vol. ABV, excluding sparkling or specific named types. Biological aging under flor yeast contributes to its classification as grape wine.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Submit TTB formula approval for fortified wines and ensure colloidal stability testing; declare exact ABV at 20°C to avoid proof liter miscalculations; watch for reclassification if oxidation levels suggest vinegar content