Lot 40 Rye Whisky from China
Lot 40 is a 100% rye grain Canadian whisky with 43% ABV, presented in 750ml glass bottles suitable for retail. Classified under HTS 2208.30.60.55 due to its rye whiskey profile and container size under 4 liters. It exemplifies straight rye spirits without denominational restrictions like bourbon.
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
• Obtain TTB formula approval if any non-standard additives; test proof at 15.56°C for duty computation
• Common pitfall: confusing Canadian rye with US straight rye—use proper origin docs
• Ensure bottles meet child-resistant packaging regs