Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur 1.75L

Baileys Irish Cream is a creamy liqueur blending Irish whiskey, cream, cocoa, and vanilla flavors, with an alcoholic strength typically around 17% ABV, well under 80% vol. It qualifies under HTS 2208.70.00.60 as a cordial or liqueur packaged in a container holding 1.75 liters, exceeding 4 liters in total for bulk import considerations but classified by individual container size.

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.

2208.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If not qualifying as liqueur, e.g., flavored neutral spirits

Products lacking essential liqueur character (sugar, flavorings) fall under other spirituous beverages.

2208.70.00Same rate: 17.5%

If in containers each holding 4 liters or less

Container size determines subheading; smaller retail bottles use 2208.70.00.10.

2208.20Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If primarily spirits like pisco without cordial elements

Base spirits without added sweeteners or flavors shift to pisco/aquavit headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) approval and formula records prior to import to verify liqueur composition

Declare proof accurately using 15.56°C standards; duties scale with proof strength relative to 100 proof

Avoid misclassification by providing lab analysis confirming alcoholic strength under 80% vol and liqueur status

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