Australian Shiraz Wine 3L Box

A red Shiraz wine from Australia, packaged in a 3-liter bag-in-box container with an alcoholic strength of 13.5% by volume and valued under $1.05 per liter. It falls under HTS 2204.22.20.05 as red wine of fresh grapes in containers of 2-4 liters, not exceeding 14% ABV, and low-valued. This classification applies to inexpensive bulk red wines imported for casual consumption.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2204.22.40.00Same rate: 17.5%

If valued over $1.05/liter

Higher value red wines in the same container size and strength shift to 2204.22.40 for different duty treatment.

2204.21Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If alcoholic strength exceeds 14% vol

Wines over 14% ABV, even if red and low-valued, classify under sparkling or higher strength subheadings in 2204.21.

2204.29Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If in containers over 4 liters but ≤10 liters

Container size determines subheading; larger than 4L moves to 2204.29 despite matching color and strength.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify alcoholic strength via lab analysis at 20°C to confirm ≤14% vol; ensure container size is precisely 2-4 liters with accurate labeling

Provide certificate of origin and value declaration to avoid undervaluation penalties

Watch for proof liter adjustments if strength varies