Economy Calvados Base

Apple cider-distilled brandy bulk in 10L+ at <$2.38/L, <80% ABV for industrial aging stock. HTS 2208.90.35.00 captures low-value other brandy shipments.

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 retail-sized containers ≤4L

Container capacity strictly delineates bulk vs consumer brandy.

2208.40Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If specific appellation Calvados in finished form

Recognized Calvados name triggers dedicated subheading.

2202.99Higher: 24.9% vs 17.5%

If non-alcoholic apple-based beverage

≤0.5% vol per chapter note sends to non-alcoholic beverages.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify cider origin but bulk form keeps it as 'other brandy' not specific

Pre-notify CBP for alcohol strength testing to speed release

Avoid mixing lots; uniform valuation prevents disputes

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