Red Wine Grape Must from Sangiovese from Mexico
Fresh must from Sangiovese grapes, including skins and seeds for skin-contact fermentation in Chianti-style reds. This unfermented product is under HTS 2204.30.00.00 as other grape must, separate from heading 2009's concentrated forms. Commonly imported by U.S. wineries for custom blending.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document varietal purity and harvest date; ensure no additives that could trigger food additive classifications
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fruit juices, even unfermented, and TTB import permits
• Avoid pitfall of importing in bulk tanks without proper seals; use IBC totes with temperature control