Bulk Brandy for Industrial Solvent from China
Undenatured brandy with less than 80% ABV, valued under $2.38 per liter, packaged in containers over 4 liters, used primarily as a solvent in manufacturing processes rather than for consumption. Classified under HTS 2208.90.35.00 due to its brandy base and low value bulk packaging for non-beverage applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify proof using US standard at 15.56°C for duty calculation on proof liter basis; ensure lab certification for ABV under 80%
• Provide detailed end-use documentation to avoid reclassification as potable beverage; common pitfall is missing commercial invoice valuation
• Label containers clearly as 'not for beverage use' to comply with TTB import requirements and prevent confiscation