Bulk Grape Brandy for Industrial Use from China
Undenatured ethyl alcohol derived from distilling grape wine, with alcoholic strength under 80% vol, packaged in containers over 4 liters, and valued under $2.38 per liter. Classified under HTS 2208.20.5000 as grape brandy in bulk form not for retail consumption. Commonly used in manufacturing or as a base for further processing.
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
• Verify alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C with lab certification to confirm <80% vol; ensure container size exceeds 4L for this subheading
• Declare value per liter accurately to stay under $2.38 threshold; common pitfall is misclassifying as retail if labeled for consumer sale