Redemption Rye Whiskey from China
Redemption Rye is straight rye whiskey bottled at 45% ABV in 750ml sizes for premium retail. HTS 2208.30.60.55 captures this as rye in consumer containers under 4 liters.
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
• Ensure ≥51% rye mash for straight status; TTB COLA mandatory
• Pitfall: high-proof variants may prorate duties upward