Peychaud's Aromatic Bitters from China
Peychaud's Bitters, originating from New Orleans, features anise and gentian flavors in a high-proof spirit base under 80% vol., essential for Sazerac cocktails. Classified under HTS 2208.90.10.00 as beverage-fit bitters due to cocktail mixing applications. Its spirituous composition distinguishes it from non-alcoholic essences.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
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
• Submit Certificate of Label Approval (COLA) from TTB; declare exact proof for duty calculation on proof liter basis
• Watch for reclassification risks if marketed solely as baking extract