Bulk Pomace Brandy from China
Brandy distilled from fermented grape pomace (skins/seeds), low-cost < $2.38/L in 5-gallon containers over 4L, <80% ABV for blending. HTS 2208.90.35.00 for other brandy bulk low value.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Prove pomace origin via production affidavits to distinguish from wine brandy
• Ensure no effervescence (>0.392g CO2/100ml) per US note to stay in spirits