Oppland Aquavit from Mexico
Oppland Aquavit from Norway is pot-distilled with caraway and aged in old sherry casks, reaching 40% ABV. HTS 2208.90.0100 covers this as traditional aquavit, emphasizing its caraway base and European heritage. Maturation enhances flavor without altering spirit classification.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Provide distillation and aging records to substantiate aquavit status during CBP review
• Calculate duties on proof liters, adjusting for actual ABV ratio to 100 proof
• Secure COLA (Certificate of Label Approval) early to expedite release