Sazerac Rye Whiskey from Germany
Sazerac Rye is a classic New Orleans-style rye at 45% ABV in 750ml bottles, ideal for cocktails. Classified in HTS 2208.30.60.55 as rye whiskey in retail containers ≤4L, per Chapter 22 spirituous beverage rules.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Lab certification of ABV <80% vol required; use eCBP filing for alcohol
• Avoid bulk mislabeling as beverage vs industrial ethanol
• Check for state-specific import bonds