Peruvian Pisco Acholado
Pisco Acholado is a clear grape brandy produced in Peru by distilling fermented grape juice from multiple varietals like Quebranta and Italia, with an alcoholic strength typically between 38-48% vol. It falls under HTS 2208.20.10.00 as pisco, a spirit obtained by distilling grape wine without further aging in wood. This unaged brandy is prized for its aromatic profile in cocktails like the Pisco Sour.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in containers holding 4 liters or more
Bulk shipments for industrial blending or rebottling shift to 2208.20.20.00 regardless of pisco/singani type.
If flavored or sweetened post-distillation
Additions like sugar or aromatics make it a flavored spirit, moving out of pure pisco classification to other spirituous beverages.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain TTB approval and Certificate of Label Approval (COLA) prior to import; provide lab analysis confirming alcoholic strength <80% vol and origin from Peru/Bolivia
• Declare on proof liter basis adjusting for actual proof; common pitfall is misclassifying as generic brandy under 2208.20.80
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