Sherry Wine in 3.5L Canteen

Spanish Sherry, a fortified wine from fresh grapes with over 14% ABV due to added grape spirits, packed in a 3.5-liter plastic canteen. Classified under HTS 2204.22.40.00 for its high alcohol content, container size (over 2 to 4 liters), and status as non-sparkling grape wine with arrested fermentation.

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.

2204.22.60.00Same rate: 17.5%

If in containers holding over 4 but ≤10 liters

Larger bulk containers for the same high-ABV fortified wine use a different subheading.

2204.10.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If it qualifies as sparkling wine with ≥3 bars pressure

Effervescent or sparkling versions of fortified wines move to sparkling wine headings.

2207.20.00Higher: 19.4% vs 17.5%

If distilled ethyl alcohol content predominates

If fortification spirits exceed grape wine base, it may classify as ethyl alcohol of wine origin.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit TTB formula approval if any additives beyond fortification spirits are used

Ensure container markings confirm net volume over 2 but ≤4 liters

Common pitfall: mismeasuring bulk containers leading to higher duties

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