Rye Whiskey 1L from China
A Canadian rye whiskey with predominant rye in the mash bill, bottled at 43% ABV in a 1-liter container. Classified under HTS 2208.30.6065 as 'other' whiskey (rye-style not US straight rye), undenatured under 80% ABV, container ≤4L. US notes distinguish specific whiskey types, placing this in the residual 'other' category.
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
• Submit TTB formula approval if rye content or additives exceed standard whiskey definitions
• Declare exact ABV measured at 20°C for accurate proof liter duty calculation
• Check for bulk import pitfalls; ensure retail packaging to avoid higher bulk spirit rates