Low-Grade Fruit Brandy Bulk

Distilled spirit from fermented fruits like plum or cherry, classified as brandy <80% ABV, <$2.38/L in 10L+ containers for industrial flavoring. HTS 2208.90.35.00 applies to these low-value large-pack other brandies.

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.

2208.70Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If containing added liqueurs or sweeteners

Blended with non-spirit elements like sugar syrup shifts to liqueurs heading.

2208.90Same rate: 17.5%

If in >4L containers but valued $2.38-$3.43/L

Progressive value bands within brandy bulk subheadings determine exact rate.

2106.90Lower: 16.4% vs 17.5%

If flavored and sold as food syrup base

Non-alcoholic strength or food product use moves it out of Chapter 22 spirits.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document fruit origin and distillation process to confirm brandy status over generic spirits

Avoid common pitfall of lumping with cordials; pure distillates stay in 2208

Use calibrated scales for valuation proof; CBP often tests low-value claims