Kvass Fermented Beverage from Canada
Kvass is a traditional Eastern European low-alcohol (1-2.5% ABV) fermented beverage from rye bread, beets, or grains. Classified in HTS 2206.00.90.40 as other fermented beverages not fitting standard beer or wine. Often lightly carbonated.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
60%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1250%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(1) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide recipe breakdown showing fermentation without malt dominance
• Low-proof imports still calculated per proof liter ratio to 100 proof
• Label as 'fermented kvass' distinctly from non-alcoholic soft drinks