Drambuie Whisky Liqueur 1.75L from China
Drambuie is a Scotch whisky liqueur infused with heather honey and herbs at 40% ABV. HTS 2208.70.00.60 applies to this cordial in large-format containers over 4 liters, due to its sweetened and flavored spirit profile.
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
• Document honey content to avoid misclassification as plain whisky
• Ensure pressure-tested containers for safe sea freight
• Consult CBP for advance ruling on liqueur vs. whisky status