Straight Rye Whiskey Industrial Drum

Straight rye whiskey from malted rye mash, distilled under 80% ABV and aged minimum 2 years, packed in 5-liter drums for distillery use. Falls under HTS 2208.30.60.75 due to rye whiskey type and large container exceeding 4 liters.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2208.30.30Same rate: 17.5%

If Irish or Canadian-origin rye-style whiskey

Irish whiskey classification applies regardless of rye mash if produced in Ireland.

2208.20Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If primarily from corn or wheat mash rather than rye

Mash bill composition determines base whiskey type, shifting to bourbon or other whiskies.

2710.12Lower: 17% vs 17.5%

If used as denatured alcohol for non-beverage purposes

Denatured ethyl alcohol heads to Chapter 27 for industrial solvents.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit TTB import permit and ensure whiskey meets 'straight' criteria (e.g

no additives, age statement if applicable)

Use certified lab testing for ethyl alcohol content to prevent duty disputes on proof liter basis

Avoid common error of insufficient bonding; bulk spirits require continuous CBP bond