Grappa Bulk Distillate
Spirit obtained by distilling grape marc (pomace), <80% ABV, in >4L industrial containers valued under $2.38/L. HTS 2208.20.5000 covers this low-cost grape marc brandy for bulk import. Used in beverage blending or as solvent in food industries.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If base wine is sparkling with ≥3 bar pressure
Distillates from sparkling grape wine may reference Chapter 22 heading 2204 definitions.
If liqueurs or cordials with added sugar
Sweetened or flavored grape spirits become liqueurs under 2208.70.
If ≥80% ABV and denatured for fuel
High-strength ethyl alcohol for non-beverage use shifts to Chapter 27.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document grape marc as source material per chapter notes; test CO2 content if effervescent claims arise
• Common issue: misvaluing based on retail equivalent rather than bulk price
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Bulk Grape Brandy for Industrial Use
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.
Low-Cost Bulk Cognac Base Spirit
Grape brandy spirit from wine distillation, <80% ABV, in large >4L containers valued ≤$2.38/L, used as base for aging into Cognac. Fits HTS 2208.20.5000 due to grape origin and bulk packaging not for immediate retail. Primarily imported for blending in premium brandy production.
Industrial Grape Pomace Brandy
Bulk ethyl alcohol from grape pomace distillation, alcoholic strength <80% vol, >4L containers, value ≤$2.38/L. Precisely matches HTS 2208.20.5000 for low-value grape brandy spirits. Imported for pharmaceutical extraction or flavoring bases.
Armagnac Bulk Low-Proof Spirit
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.
Economy Bulk Wine Brandy
Spirit from grape wine distillation, strength by volume <80%, packed in >4L containers valued ≤$2.38/L. Standard classification under HTS 2208.20.5000 for inexpensive grape brandy imports. Used by budget distillers for house brands.
Pisco Bulk Grape Spirit
Undenatured grape brandy from wine distillation for Pisco production, <80% vol alcohol, >4L bulk containers ≤$2.38/L value. HTS 2208.20.5000 due to grape origin and low unit value. Imported by craft distillers for regional specialties.