Asti Frizzante from Germany
Asti Frizzante is a semi-sparkling sweet white wine from Piedmont, Italy, with effervescence from partial fermentation (CO2 >0.392g/100ml, <3 bars). HTS 2206.00.60.00 covers it as effervescent wine, not full sparkling Asti.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document fermentation method to prove natural effervescence and compliance with effervescent definition
• Calculate duties precisely using 20°C alcohol strength; common error is using incorrect temperature
• Obtain COLA from TTB early; watch for reclassification if CO2 tests borderline