Fortified Grape Must Base from Mexico
Unfermented grape must prepared as a base for fortified wine production, such as Port or Sherry styles, before spirit addition. Classified in HTS 2204.30.00.00 as other grape must since fortification occurs post-import. Typically high-sugar must from late-harvest grapes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'for further fortification' on docs; obtain TTB formula approval for end-use
• Monitor for effervescence; ensure no CO2 excess per subheading notes