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Discount Kirschwasser Bulk

Cherry-distilled Kirsch brandy in economy bulk >4L containers, valued <$2.38/L, <80% ABV for food industry flavoring. Classified HTS 2208.90.35.00 as low-value other brandy.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2208.70.00Same rate: 20%

If sweetened into liqueur form

Added sugar > specified threshold turns it into spirituous liqueur.

2208.90Same rate: 20%

If value between $2.38-$3.43/L

Brandy bulk subheadings tiered by precise per-liter valuation.

2007.10Higher: 24.5% vs 20%

If under 0.5% ABV as cherry juice product

Non-alcoholic fruit juices in Chapter 20 if strength per chapter note.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify 'clear Kirschwasser' vs flavored to maintain pure brandy status

• TTB formula approval needed for any rebottling plans post-import

• Watch for container residue claims inflating value during inspection