Australian Shiraz Wine 3L Box from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• 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