Industrial Grape Pomace Brandy from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• 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