Russian Standard Vodka 5L from Canada
Russian Standard Vodka is a premium neutral spirit distilled from winter wheat and rye, with an alcoholic strength by volume less than 80% (typically 40% ABV), packaged in a 5-liter plastic jug. It falls under HTS 2208.60.50.00 as vodka in containers holding over 4 liters, suitable for bulk retail or hospitality use. This classification applies to undenatured ethyl alcohol spirits like vodka not exceeding 80% ABV in large formats.
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Import Tips
• Obtain TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) approval and COLA (Certificate of Label Approval) prior to import; ensure proof determination at 15.56°C for accurate duty calculation on proof liter basis
• Verify container holds over 4 liters to avoid subheading 2208.60.10; common pitfall is mislabeling ABV leading to reclassification