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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2208.20.60.00Same rate: 17.5%

If in containers ≤4L

Retail-sized containers of grape brandy use different container-based subheadings.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 17.5%

If chemically modified for lab use

Prepared chemical products from spirits fall under Chapter 38 preparations.

2209.00Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If acetic acid content meets vinegar standard

Further oxidation to 4% acetic acid classifies as vinegar in 2209.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include Certificate of Analysis for ABV at 20°C and proof at 15.56°C; declare as non-retail to avoid excise scrutiny

Pitfall: failing to adjust duty for proof gallons on non-100 proof imports

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