Bulleit Rye Whiskey from China
Bulleit Rye features a high-rye mash bill at 45% ABV, packaged in 750ml or 1.75L bottles under 4 liters. HTS 2208.30.60.55 applies to this American rye whiskey for retail import, distinguished by its bold rye character.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm mash bill ≥51% rye for straight rye status; retain distiller certificates
• Pitfall: overproof imports adjust duties proportionally
• Comply with state liquor control board registrations