Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon 3L Cask from China

Economical Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon red wine in a 3-liter plastic cask, 12.8% ABV, valued at $0.95/liter. Classified under HTS 2204.22.20.05 for red table wine from fresh grapes in 2-4L containers, ≤14% vol, low value. Ideal for bulk import to retailers.

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

Label containers clearly with net quantity, ABV, and origin to meet TTB requirements; use FDA prior notice for beverages

Common pitfall: mismeasuring container capacity leads to reclassification

Test for fermentation arrest if applicable