Black Forest Kirschwasser
Authentic Black Forest Kirschwasser from Germany's Schwarzwald region is double-distilled from local cherries, offering a potent cherry stone aroma at around 40% ABV. Classified under HTS 2208.90.46 for its pure kirschwasser characteristics without coloring or flavor additives. This ensures precise tariff treatment for traditional cherry eaux-de-vie.
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If blended with other fruit spirits
Blended fruit brandies not purely kirschwasser or ratafia go to 2208.90.60 as other cordials.
If rum-based cherry flavoring dominates
Rum-finished or flavored variants classify under 2208.40 for rum and flavored rums.
If for small samples under 9811.00.20 provisions
Duty-free entry applies to approved alcoholic beverage samples via Chapter 98.
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• Provide geographic indication proof for premium Black Forest labeling to meet TTB authenticity rules
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