In containers each holding not over 4 liters
Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80 percent vol.; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages: > Whiskies: > Irish and Scotch > In containers each holding not over 4 liters
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 2208.30.30.30
Johnnie Walker Black Label Scotch Whisky 750ml
A premium blended Scotch whisky aged for at least 12 years, featuring notes of fruit, vanilla, and peat smoke. Classified under HTS 2208.30.3030 as Scotch whisky in a 750ml bottle holding less than 4 liters, with alcoholic strength below 80% vol (typically 40% ABV). This subheading covers Irish and Scotch whiskies packaged for retail in small containers.
Jameson Irish Whiskey 750ml
Triple-distilled Irish whiskey blended from pot still and grain whiskeys, smooth with vanilla and nutty notes. HTS 2208.30.3030 applies to Irish whiskies in 750ml containers (<4L), alcoholic strength <80% vol. Irish whiskey defined by pot still distillation and Irish origin.
The Macallan 18 Year Sherry Oak Scotch 750ml
Prestige single malt Scotch aged 18 years in sherry-seasoned oak casks, rich with dried fruit and spice. Under HTS 2208.30.3030 for Scotch in 750ml (<4L) containers, <80% vol strength. Premium age statements do not alter classification.
Lagavulin 16 Year Islay Scotch Whisky 750ml
Intensely peated Islay single malt Scotch aged 16 years, smoky with iodine and sherry notes. Fits HTS 2208.30.3030 as Scotch whisky in 750ml container (<4L), <80% vol. Peat smoke from malting process characteristic of Islay style.
Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey 1L
Triple-distilled blended Irish whiskey with pot still character, smooth honeyed fruit profile. Under HTS 2208.30.3030 for Irish in 1L (<4L), <80% vol strength. Blends combine malt, grain, and pot still whiskeys per Irish regulations.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Scotch 750ml
Speyside single malt finished in sherry casks after bourbon aging, rich toffee and fruit notes. HTS 2208.30.3030 covers Scotch single malts in 750ml (<4L) bottles. Double maturation enhances flavor without changing classification.
Redbreast 12 Year Cask Strength Irish Whiskey 750ml
Pot still Irish whiskey at cask strength (~57% ABV), intense spice and dried fruit. Still <80% vol for HTS 2208.30.3030 in 750ml container. Higher ABV adjusts proof liter duty proportionally.
Highland Park 12 Year Viking Honour Scotch 1L
Orkney single malt with heather honey and light smoke, aged 12 years. HTS 2208.30.3030 for 1L Scotch whisky packs. Viking branding doesn't affect tariff.
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch 1L
A Speyside single malt Scotch whisky matured in oak casks for 12 years, offering pear, oak, and subtle spice flavors. Falls under HTS 2208.30.3030 as Scotch whisky in a 1L bottle (<4L), undenatured ethyl alcohol <80% vol. Single malts from Scotland qualify here regardless of blending status.
Bushmills 10 Year Single Malt Irish Whiskey 1L
Coastal single malt Irish whiskey aged 10 years in bourbon barrels, light with green apple and malt flavors. HTS 2208.30.3030 for Irish whiskies in 1L (<4L) bottles, undenatured <80% vol. Single malt requires 100% malted barley mash.