Vin Doux Naturel 750ml from Canada
Vin Doux Naturel (VDN) is a French fortified wine like Banyuls, where mutage with neutral grape spirit stops fermentation at high residual sugar, reaching 15-18% ABV in 750ml bottles. It qualifies for HTS 2204.21.80 as other wine of fresh grapes, ≤2L, over 14% vol., fermentation arrested by alcohol. Distinct from sparkling or low-strength categories.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify neutral spirit used in fortification complies with TTB standards; declare proof liters accurately based on 15.56°C testing; common issue: residual sugar levels triggering food safety reviews