Vouvray Pétillant from Germany
Vouvray Pétillant is a lightly sparkling Chenin Blanc wine from France's Loire Valley, effervescent due to bottle fermentation (CO2 >0.392g/100ml, pressure <3 bars). It is imported under HTS 2206.00.60.00 for effervescent wines.
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
• Use certified lab reports for CO2 and pressure at 20°C to support effervescent claim
• Ensure EU origin certificates for potential preferential duties; label alcohol by volume accurately