Lambrusco Effervescent Wine

Lambrusco is a lightly effervescent red wine from Italy made from Lambrusco grapes, containing more than 0.392 grams of CO2 per 100ml but not qualifying as sparkling wine (under 3 bars pressure). It falls under HTS 2206.00.60.00 as effervescent wine, a fermented beverage distinct from still or fully sparkling wines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2204.21.50Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If pressure exceeds 3 bars at 20°C

Qualifies as sparkling wine under subheading 2204.10 if excess pressure is at least 3 bars, shifting to Chapter 22 wine headings.

2204.29Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If CO2 below effervescent threshold

Classified as other wine (not effervescent or sparkling) under 2204 if carbonation is insufficient per U.S. note definition.

2206.00.15Same rate: 17.5%

If classified as vermouth

Vermouth-style effervescent wines with added flavors fall under the specific vermouth subheading rather than generic effervescent.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify CO2 content exceeds 0.392g/100ml via lab testing to confirm effervescent status and avoid reclassification as still wine

Provide certificate of origin and alcohol content label; duties calculated on proof liter basis adjusted for actual proof

Check TTB labeling approvals pre-import to prevent holds; common pitfall is misstating effervescence level