The Macallan 18 Year Sherry Oak Scotch 6L from China
Luxury single malt Scotch finished in sherry-seasoned oak casks, rich in dried fruits and spice. Classified in HTS 2208.30.30.60 as Scotch whisky in over 4L containers, undenatured and <80% ABV.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
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)
Import Tips
• Age statements must match certificate of origin; secure bonded warehouse for duty deferral on bulk spirits
• Common error: misclassifying cask strength (>80% vol) versions