Paul Masson Grande Amber Brandy from Germany
Paul Masson Grande Amber is a budget brandy blend at 40% ABV, valued approximately $2.80/liter in 1.75L plastic bottles. HTS 2208.90.25.00 covers this as other brandy in ≤4L containers within value limits. Standard for imported blended brandies excluding geographic indications.
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
• Plastic bottles acceptable but must meet FDA/TTB container standards; no lead solder permitted
• Include distilling records proving brandy production from wine spirits
• Watch for reclassification if value fluctuates; maintain consistent pricing documentation