Economy Spiced Rum
Low-cost spiced rum infused with spices after distilling fermented sugarcane products, under 80% vol in 700ml glass bottles. HTS 2208.40.20.00 applies due to its low proof liter value and small container size.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If liqueurs with added sugar > specified levels
Spiced rums with high sugar content qualify as liqueurs under 2208.70 rather than straight rum.
If premium packaging or higher cost
Value exceeding $3/proof liter due to branding moves it to the higher-valued subheading.
If non-alcoholic or under 0.5% ABV
Beverages under 0.5% alcohol are non-alcoholic food preparations in Chapter 21.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Disclose all additives/spices in TTB formula; test for compliance with FDA GRAS standards
• Avoid reclassification by ensuring 'rum' labeling only if ≥51% sugarcane-derived per U.S. standards
• Use bonded warehouse entry for duty deferral on low-value spirits
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Budget White Rum
A light, unaged white rum distilled from fermented sugarcane juice with an alcoholic strength under 80% vol, packaged in 750ml bottles. It falls under HTS 2208.40.20.00 because it is a rum obtained from distilling fermented sugarcane products, valued under $3 per proof liter, and in containers holding not over 4 liters.
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Set of 50ml mini bottles of low-value rum from sugarcane, total case under 4L equivalent value. HTS 2208.40.20.00 for small containers and cheap proof liter pricing.
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Economy Navy Rum
Blended low-value rum for mixing, sugarcane-based in 1L, HTS 2208.40.20.00.
Basic Rhum Arrangé
Infused rhum with fruits, low-value sugarcane spirit <4L. 2208.40.20.00.
Discount Pot Still Rum
Pot-distilled budget rum from sugarcane, 700ml.