Bosnian Slivovitz in 5.5L Glass Demijohn from China
Bosnian homemade-style slivovitz, aged briefly in oak, 42% ABV, under $3.20/L value. Classified in HTS 2208.90.14.00 for slivovitz brandy in >4L glass vessels, confirming spirituous beverage status with <80% vol alcohol. Commonly imported for ethnic markets.
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
• Provide distillation proof and plum origin docs to avoid fruit spirit mix-ups; test for methanol limits per FDA
• Use protective packaging for glass to prevent breakage claims
• File entry under proof gallon summary for efficiency