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Plantation 5 Stars Rum

Plantation 5 Stars is a double-aged white rum blend from Trinidad and Barbados sugarcane distillates, 41.2% ABV, 700ml bottle. HTS 2208.40.40.00 for premium multi-origin rum >$3/proof liter.

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 blend dominated by non-sugarcane spirits

Insufficient sugarcane character shifts to generic spirits.

2208.40.60.00Same rate: 20%

If shipped in >4L containers

Container size determines subheading for same value rum.

9811.00.20Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If samples for solicitation

Alcoholic beverage samples qualify for free entry under Chapter 98.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide certificates of origin for each sugarcane source country

• Blend ratios must demonstrate predominant sugarcane fermentation character

• Temperature-correct ABV to 20°C per Chapter 22 notes for classification