American Straight Bourbon Bulk 5.5L

Straight bourbon whiskey <80% vol in 5.5L bulk containers for further aging or blending. Though bourbon-specific, >4L size places it in HTS 2208.30.60.85 'other'.

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 domestic bourbon in ≤4L

Bourbon has preferred ≤4L subheading; bulk shifts to general other.

2208.40Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If classified as rum

Base material (corn vs sugarcane) determines whisky vs rum heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

TTB requires US production proof for 'straight' claims; import logs mandatory

Duty ratio adjusts for proof <100; lab certification prevents disputes

Use food-safe bulk packaging; temperature control vital for transit stability