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Banks 5 Island Rum

Banks 5 Island Rum is a blend of rums from Jamaica, Guyana, Trinidad, Barbados, and Java sugarcane distillates, 43% ABV, 750ml. Multi-origin premium rum under HTS 2208.40.40.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2208.90Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If non-traditional rum origins dominate

Unconventional sugarcane sources may classify as other spirits.

2208.40.60.00Same rate: 20%

If bulk import containers >4L

Packaging format changes subheading.

2208.20Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If whisky blending dominates

Material predominance governs classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Itemized origin certificates for each component rum required

• Blend master formulation approval from TTB mandatory

• Java sugarcane component documentation prevents reclassification