California Chardonnay Table Wine

A dry white wine made from Chardonnay grapes with an alcoholic strength by volume of 13.5%, classified under HTS 2204.29.61.00 as 'other wine' of fresh grapes not sparkling or effervescent, and under 14% ABV. It fits this subheading for non-fortified table wines intended for still consumption.

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.

2204.21.50Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If fortified with added spirits

Wines with alcohol added beyond fermentation (e.g., Port-style) exceed natural strength, shifting to fortified category.

2204.10.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If sparkling with ≥3 bars pressure

Effervescent pressure from carbonation classifies as sparkling wine under subheading note.

2208.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If flavored or mixed with non-grape elements

Additions like fruit flavors or aromatics reclassify as 'other' spirituous beverages.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain a certificate of analysis from an accredited lab verifying ABV ≤14% vol at 20°C to confirm classification

Declare in proof liters per U.S. notes; duties adjust proportionally for actual proof vs. 100 proof standard

Avoid misclassification as fortified wine (2204.21) by documenting no excess alcohol addition beyond fermentation