Tia Maria Coffee Liqueur 1.75L from China
Tia Maria is a dark rum and coffee liqueur with vanilla and citrus notes at 20% ABV. It is classified in HTS 2208.70.00.60 for cordials in containers each holding over 4 liters, aligning with definitions for spirituous beverages with added flavorings.
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
• Include sensory analysis reports to confirm liqueur vs. spirit classification
• Label with full ingredient disclosure per TTB COLA requirements
• Monitor excise tax implications post-customs for domestic distribution