Christian Brothers VS Brandy
Christian Brothers VS is a smooth grape brandy produced by distilling wine, with ABV less than 80%, sold in 1L bottles valued in the $2.38-$3.43/liter range. Classified under HTS 2208.20.30.00 for imported grape brandy in small containers meeting value criteria. Duties are calculated based on proof liters adjusted for actual alcohol content.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in bulk containers over 4 liters
Grape brandy in larger containers shifts to 2208.20.40.00, typically for industrial or rebottling use with different duty provisions.
If it's a rum-based brandy blend
Spirits imitating brandy but primarily from rum or molasses fall under liqueurs and cordials in 2208.70, based on predominant ingredients.
If US goods returned after processing abroad
Returned US-origin brandy qualifies for duty-free entry under Chapter 98 if documented properly, bypassing standard spirit duties.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) formula approval and ensure containers hold ≤4L
• Watch for value declaration accuracy to avoid reclassification
• Pitfall: Forgetting temperature standardization at 20°C for ABV testing
Related Products under HTS 2208.20.30.00
E&J VS Brandy
E&J VS is a popular California grape brandy with an alcoholic strength under 80% vol, distilled from grape wine, and typically packaged in 750ml bottles valued between $2.38 and $3.43 per liter. It falls under HTS 2208.20.30.00 as grape brandy in containers under 4 liters within the specified value range. This classification applies to imported brandy meeting these criteria for duty assessment on a per liter basis.
Korbel XS Brandy
Korbel XS is a California brandy distilled from grape wine or marc, under 80% ABV, packaged in 750ml bottles with value over $2.38 but not over $3.43 per liter. It precisely matches HTS 2208.20.30.00 for retail grape brandies in small containers. Import duties scale with proof content per US note definitions.
Paul Masson Grande Amber Brandy
Paul Masson Grande Amber is an aged grape brandy from distilled wine, ABV <80%, in 1.75L bottles valued $2.38-$3.43/liter, fitting HTS 2208.20.30.00 perfectly. This subheading covers such retail brandies with duties on proof liter basis. Classification hinges on grape derivation and container size.
Old General Brandy
Old General is an economical grape brandy distilled from wine marc, <80% vol alcohol, in 750ml bottles valued within $2.38-$3.43/liter for HTS 2208.20.30.00. Ideal for value-segment imports of American-style brandies in consumer packaging. Duties adjust proportionally to proof.
McCormick VS Grape Brandy
McCormick VS Grape Brandy is distilled from California grapes, ABV around 40%, packaged in 375ml bottles valued $2.38-$3.43/liter under HTS 2208.20.30.00. This covers mid-range imported brandies for retail. Proof-based duty calculation applies per US notes.