Blended American Whiskey 1.75L from China
A blend of straight bourbons and neutral spirits, labeled as 'blended whiskey' at 40% ABV in 1.75L bottle. Fits HTS 2208.30.6065 as 'other' whiskey not qualifying for bourbon/rye specifics, ≤4L container, <80% vol alcohol. US notes place blends in residual category.
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
• Disclose blend ratios in import docs; TTB scrutinizes 'blended' vs 'straight' claims
• Use calibrated hydrometers for ABV at 20°C to prevent duty under/overpayment disputes