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Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur

Baileys Irish Cream combines Irish whiskey, cream, cocoa, and vanilla at 17% ABV, emulsified for smoothness. It falls under HTS 2208.70.00 as a dairy-containing cordial where cream is a principal flavor component in a spirit base.

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 cream content below principal flavor threshold

Whiskey with minor dairy flavoring treated as other spirits rather than full cordial.

0403Higher: 27% vs 17.5%

If shipped as bulk dairy without spirit

Pure cream or yogurt bases without alcohol classify under Chapter 4 dairy products.

2202.99Higher: 24.9% vs 17.5%

If non-alcoholic versions under 0.5% ABV

Cream-based beverages without spirits fall to non-alcoholic per Chapter 22 note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare dairy content precisely for FDA pasteurized milk ordinance compliance alongside TTB review

Refrigeration chain required post-import; test emulsion stability to avoid separation claims

Proof adjustment critical for cream dilution effects on ABV measurement at 20°C

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