Merlot Grape Must Bulk from China
Bulk unfermented must from Merlot grapes, sourced from Bordeaux regions for blending in red wines. HTS 2204.30.00.00 applies as other grape must, imported in aseptic flexitanks. Essential for large-scale U.S. winery operations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use ISO tanks or flexitanks certified for food grade; include cleaning certificates
• Volume declarations in liters at 20°C per chapter notes