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

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

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