Lillet Rouge Fortified Wine 5L Canister from China
Lillet Rouge is a French aperitif wine from grapes flavored with berries, orange peel, and quinine bark. Though similar to vermouth, it fits HTS 2205.90.40.00 in 5-liter canisters over 4 liters as flavored grape wine. Popular in large hospitality settings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Differentiate from vermouth via labeling; CBP may scrutinize 'fortified' claims
• Ensure container seals prevent CO2 buildup
• Common error: Forgetting COLA from TTB