Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon 5L from China

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is high-proof Kentucky straight bourbon (~60% ABV, still <80%), unfiltered from the barrel for intense flavor. Under HTS 2208.30.60.40 for large >4L bourbon containers, suitable for collectors or hospitality. Proof calculated per U.S. notes at 15.56°C.

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

High-proof requires precise density measurement for duty; obtain TTB formula approval if barrel proof varies

Common error: Failing to declare exact ABV at 20°C per chapter notes