Christian Brothers VS Brandy from Germany
Christian Brothers VS is an American blended brandy at around 40% ABV, valued $2.50-$3.20/liter in 1L bottles under 4L capacity. Classified under HTS 2208.90.25.00 for other brandy spirits not specified elsewhere. Meets criteria for non-premium brandy imports in the designated value bracket.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit TTB formula approval if brandy contains added flavors or sweeteners beyond standard production
• Containers must hold ≤4L; larger formats classify under different container size provisions
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete alcohol content certification leading to CBP holds