Hennessy VSOP Cognac
Hennessy VSOP is a premium cognac brandy produced from distilled white wine grapes in the Cognac region of France, aged in oak barrels for smoothness. It has an alcoholic strength under 80% vol (typically 40%) and is packaged in 700ml bottles holding less than 4 liters, with a value exceeding $3.43 per liter. Classified under HTS 2208.90.3000 as 'other brandy' valued over $3.43/liter.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as Cognac with specific age designation like VS or VSOP
Cognac meeting age and production standards falls under dedicated Cognac subheading rather than general 'other brandy'.
If American brandy or domestic-type brandy
Brandy produced in US style or from US may shift to subheadings for imitation or domestic brandies.
If valued ≤$3.43/liter
Value threshold determines subheading within 'other brandy in <4L containers'.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) formula approval and COLA (Certificate of Label Approval) prior to importation
• Duties calculated on proof liter basis; verify alcohol strength at 20°C and provide lab analysis certificates
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Remy Martin VSOP Cognac
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