Croatian Plum Slivovitz Premium from China
This premium Croatian Plum Slivovitz is double-distilled from local Šljivovica plums, aged in oak barrels for smoothness, with 45% ABV. Classified under HTS 2208.90.1500 as high-value Slivovitz brandy over $3.43/liter due to its fruit origin and spirituous nature.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Secure TTB import permit and COLA; include origin certificates for protected designations like 'Slivovitz' if applicable
• Document proof via distillation test at 20°C for accurate duty on proof liters; expect higher rates for strengths near 80%
• Avoid bulk shipments without retail packaging to prevent misclassification as industrial alcohol under 2207.10