Taylor Fladgate 20 Year Old Tawny Port from Germany
This fortified wine from Portugal is made from grapes with added grape spirits, achieving an alcoholic strength over 14% vol, typically around 20%. It falls under HTS 2204.22.80.00 as other wine in containers over 4 liters but not over 10 liters with high alcohol content. The extended aging in wooden casks gives it nutty, caramel flavors.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify alcoholic strength certification at 20°C exceeds 14% vol; calculate duties on proof liter basis adjusting for actual proof
• Ensure TTB import permits and COLA approval before entry
• Use food-grade containers compliant with 27 CFR for bulk wine