The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak Scotch Whisky from China
Premium Speyside single malt Scotch aged 18 years in sherry-seasoned oak casks from Scotland, 43% ABV, fitting HTS 2208.30.30 as Scotch whisky. Renowned for rich, fruity profile from maturation process.
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 cask records; CBP audits premium scotches frequently
• Proof adjustments critical for higher ABV; secure bonded storage for deferral
• Label approvals slower for aged products; prepare for TTB COLA delays