Armagnac Bulk Spirits

Traditional Armagnac brandy distilled from wine, under 80% ABV, low-value bulk in 20L barrels valued <$2.38/L for aging or rebottling. HTS 2208.90.35.00 covers this as other brandy in large low-cost containers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2208.90.01.00Same rate: 17.5%

If packaged in containers 4L or less

Subheading splits strictly by container holding capacity regardless of brandy type.

2208.30Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If labeled as 'Armagnac' in consumer-ready bottles

Heading 2208.30 provides specific provision for Armagnac when not qualifying as bulk other.

2207.20.00Higher: 19.4% vs 17.5%

If ethyl alcohol content predominant for fuel blending

If primarily ethyl alcohol base not flavored as brandy, it falls under 2207 for spirits nesoi.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit certificate of origin proving Armagnac status but note it remains 'other brandy' due to bulk form

Calculate duties precisely using Treasury proof methods; discrepancies lead to penalties

Declare exact container capacities; over 4L triggers this subheading even for premium origins