Rye Whiskey Bulk Barrel from Mexico
Bulk rye whiskey aged in oak barrels, bottled in containers exceeding 4 liters for industrial blending or large-scale distribution. Classified under HTS 2208.30.60.75 as rye whiskey in containers over 4 liters, with alcoholic strength under 80% vol., distinct from retail-sized bottles.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) formula approval and certificate of label approval (COLA) prior to import
• Provide detailed proof analysis at 15.56°C for accurate proof liter duty calculation; common pitfall is misstating alcohol strength
• Declare container size precisely on entry documents to avoid reclassification to lower-capacity subheadings