Perry in 16oz Aluminum Can from Germany
Fermented pear cider (perry) with alcohol content over 0.5% vol, canned in 16oz aluminum for retail. Classified in HTS 2206.00.90.30 as 'other fermented beverages' like perry, in aluminum containers, excluding wine or beer. It's a still or lightly effervescent fruit fermentation product.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit TTB formula approval if flavored or blended; standard perry may qualify for COLA
• Declare exact proof for duty; mismatches lead to audits—use certified lab analysis
• Check for effervescence levels to confirm not sparkling wine (under 3 bars pressure)