California Merlot Bulk 3.5L Bag from China
Bulk red Merlot wine from California vineyards, 13% ABV, in 3.5-liter flexible bags valued under $1/liter. HTS 2204.22.20.05 covers this low-value red wine in 2-4L non-sparkling containers ≤14% vol from fresh grapes. Commonly used for private labeling.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Obtain TTB import permit and formula approval if blended; declare exact proof for liter-based duties
• Pitfall: Failing to arrest fermentation properly may shift to grape must headings