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
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fortified with added spirits
Wines with alcohol added beyond fermentation (e.g., Port-style) exceed natural strength, shifting to fortified category.
If sparkling with ≥3 bars pressure
Effervescent pressure from carbonation classifies as sparkling wine under subheading note.
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
Related Products under HTS 2204.29.61.00
Italian Pinot Grigio Still Wine
A crisp, light-bodied white wine from Pinot Grigio grapes, bottled at 12% ABV, falling under HTS 2204.29.61.00 for other grape wines not over 14% alcohol by volume. This covers everyday table wines without fortification or carbonation.
New Zealand Pinot Noir Still Wine
Elegant light red wine from Pinot Noir grapes, 13% ABV, fitting HTS 2204.29.61.00 as other fresh grape wine under 14% vol without carbonation or fortification. Common for premium still reds.
Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon Wine
Bold red varietal wine from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, 14% ABV max, classified HTS 2204.29.61.00 as other grape table wine under 14% vol. Still, non-fortified profile.
French Sauvignon Blanc Table Wine
An aromatic white wine from Sauvignon Blanc grapes with 12.8% ABV, classified in HTS 2204.29.61.00 as other fresh grape wine under 14% vol, excluding sparkling or fortified types. Ideal for still varietal wines from classic regions.
Australian Shiraz Red Wine
A full-bodied red table wine from Shiraz grapes at 13.9% ABV, under HTS 2204.29.61.00 for other grape wines not exceeding 14% alcohol strength. Represents non-fortified, still red varietals.
Spanish Tempranillo Table Wine
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