Argentine Malbec Red Wine 3L Box

A full-bodied red wine made from Malbec grapes from Argentina, fermented to an alcoholic strength by volume of 13.5%, packaged in a 3-liter bag-in-box container. It falls under HTS 2204.22.20.30 as red wine of fresh grapes in containers holding more than 2 but not more than 4 liters, valued over $1.05 per liter, and not exceeding 14% ABV.

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 alcoholic strength exceeds 14% vol

Wines over 14% ABV shift to higher strength subheadings within 2204.22, changing duty rates accordingly.

2204.21.50Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If valued $1.05/liter or less

Lower value threshold moves it to 2204.21 subheading for reduced valuation-based classification.

2204.29Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If in glass bottles rather than bag-in-box

Container material and type can affect specific statistical suffixes, though base heading remains similar.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C does not exceed 14% and value exceeds $1.05/liter with lab analysis certificates

Ensure container size is precisely 2-4 liters; use CBP-approved proofing methods for duty calculation on proof liter basis

Provide TTB import permits and avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling origin or failing to declare exact ABV on entry docs