Bols Genever Aquavit Blend from China
Bols Genever Aquavit Blend combines Dutch genever with caraway aquavit traditions at 42% ABV. Classified in HTS 2208.90.0100 for its aquavit character despite genever base, as long as under 80% vol. Blends maintain spirituous beverage status.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Disclose blend ratios in TTB submissions to confirm aquavit dominance
• Avoid over-declaring value to prevent higher ad valorem duties
• Ensure tamper-evident seals for consumer safety compliance