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
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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