Imperial Brandy VSOP from Germany
Imperial VSOP brandy at 40% ABV fits the $2.38-$3.43/liter value for 700ml bottles, classified as other brandy under HTS 2208.90.25.00. Non-appellation brandy suitable for general import in small containers. Meets all chapter notes for spirits under 80% vol.
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
• Age declaration optional but VSOP claims require substantiation if challenged
• Temperature-standardized ABV testing at 20°C per chapter notes
• Avoid shipping during extreme temperatures affecting proof measurement