Cheap Gold Rum from Mexico
An affordable aged gold rum made by distilling fermented molasses from sugarcane, at less than 80% ABV in 1-liter bottles. Classified in HTS 2208.40.20.00 as a low-value sugarcane spirit in small containers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit TTB formula approval for flavored variants; ensure container size ≤4L to avoid bulk classification
• Obtain COLA (Certificate of Label Approval) pre-shipment for seamless CBP and TTB release