Argentinian Malbec 4L Cask Wine from China
Budget Argentinian Malbec red blend, 13.9% ABV, in 4-liter cask at $1.00/liter value. HTS 2204.22.20.05 applies to this red wine meeting size, strength, and value criteria for fresh grape wines.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Comply with TTB COLA for labeling; calculate duties on proof liter basis if over 0.5% vol
• Pitfall: Overlooking container overfill leading to >4L reclass