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
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
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