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Tia Maria Coffee Liqueur

Tia Maria is a Jamaican rum and coffee liqueur with vanilla at 20% ABV in 700ml bottles. Under HTS 2208.70.0030 as a cordial ≤4L, due to its sweetened, flavored rum spirit composition <80% ABV.

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.

2208.40Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

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Rums classify separately if coffee doesn't alter base spirit character significantly.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Rum origin labeling required; verify Jamaican appellation compliance

• Test for coffee solubles to confirm liqueur vs flavored rum distinction