Ratafia de Pêche Peach Liqueur from China
Ratafia de Pêche is a French peach-based spirituous beverage macerated with fruit and lightly sweetened, typically 18-40% ABV. It qualifies under HTS 2208.90.46 as ratafia, distinct from higher-sugar liqueurs due to its bittersweet profile and low sugar content. This covers traditional fruit ratafias under 80% vol.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Test for acetic acid if borderline vinegar-like; ensure <4% per 2209 standards
• Bulk imports require tank gauging for proof; retail bottles need child-resistant caps
• Document maceration process to prove ratafia status over generic cordials