Diplomático Reserva Rum from China
Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva is Venezuelan premium rum from fermented sugarcane honey, aged 12 years, 40% ABV, 750ml. Falls under HTS 2208.40.40.00 as high-value sugarcane distillate.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Document 'sugarcane honey' fermentation process to distinguish from molasses rum
• Use bonded warehouse for high-value rums to defer proof gallon duties
• Ensure Spanish/English bilingual labeling meets TTB standards