Armagnac Bulk Low-Proof Spirit from China
Grape wine distillate for Armagnac production, <80% ABV, in large >4L drums valued under $2.38/L. HTS 2208.20.5000 applies to this economical bulk grape brandy. Destined for aging and bottling in France or abroad.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use TTB-approved gauging for proof determination; provide regional origin docs for Armagnac claim
• Watch for valuation disputes on 'base spirit' vs finished product