El Dorado 12 Year Rum

El Dorado 12 Year is Guyana dark rum from fermented Demerara sugarcane, pot/column distilled, aged 12 years, 43% ABV, 750ml. Premium classification under HTS 2208.40.40.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2208.40.20.00Same rate: 17.5%

If commercial value ≤$3/proof liter

Transactional value determines duty bracket.

2208.60Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If vodka-style rectification applied

Neutral spirits from sugarcane classify as vodka.

2208.70Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If liqueurs with added essences

Flavored/sweetened rum preparations move to liqueurs.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Validate minimum aging claims with distillery records to support premium valuation

Demerara sugar origin documentation strengthens sugarcane classification

Avoid repackaging that could trigger 'state of completion' reclassification

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