Hennessy VSOP Cognac from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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