Damassine Pear Brandy from Germany
Damassine is a Swiss Williams pear eau-de-vie, distilled to less than 80% vol., packaged in containers not over 4 liters, fitting HTS 2208.90.46.30 as a ratafia fruit spirit. Its pure distillation from fermented pears distinguishes it from flavored liqueurs.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide geographic indication docs for protected names like 'Damassine' to support valuation
• Lab certification of <80% vol at 20°C prevents reclassification to pure ethyl alcohol