Fee Brothers Old Fashioned Bitters from Germany
Fee Brothers Old Fashioned Bitters blend cinnamon, clove, and citrus peels in an alcohol base under 80% vol., designed for whiskey cocktails. It qualifies for HTS 2208.90.10.00 as bitters intended for beverage consumption in mixes. The concentrated spirit form separates it from dilute flavorings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Ensure packaging labels indicate 'bitters for beverages' to support classification; calculate duties using proof liter at 15.56°C
• Common pitfall: undervaluing high-proof content leading to audits