Industrial Gold Rum in 6-Liter Plastic Pail from China

Gold rum distilled from fermented sugarcane, lightly aged, supplied in 6-liter food-grade plastic pails for blending or industrial use. Falls under HTS 2208.40.80.00 due to sugarcane origin, >4L containers, and value exceeding 69¢ per proof liter. Alcoholic strength typically 45% vol at 20°C per chapter notes.

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

Verify container holds >4L exactly; partial fills may trigger measurement disputes at entry

Include commercial invoice detailing proof, value per proof liter, and sugarcane distillation source