Punt e Mes Vermouth 5.5L Drum from Mexico
Punt e Mes is an Italian bitter-sweet vermouth quinine-flavored with 30+ botanicals in red wine base. HTS 2205.90.40.00 for 5.5-liter metal drums exceeding 4 liters. Essential for Americano cocktails in volume.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Declare quinine content separately for FDA review
• Drums need corrosion-resistant lining for wine acids
• Avoid reclassification by proving fresh grape wine base