Akevitt Lys from China
Akevitt Lys is a clear, unaged Danish aquavit with bold caraway and dill notes, distilled to about 40% ABV. Classified under HTS 2208.90.0100 specifically for aquavit, meeting the criteria for caraway-flavored spirits under 80% vol. Its purity and traditional production method define its tariff placement.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain prior TTB formula approval if custom blends are used, as aquavit flavors must match traditional profiles
• Use bonded warehouse entry for proof testing to defer duties until accurate ABV is confirmed
• Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect proof gallon declarations, which trigger audits and penalties