Jose Cuervo Tradicional Gold Tequila 1.75L

Jose Cuervo Tradicional Gold is a rested gold tequila at ~40% ABV, undenatured ethyl alcohol under 80% vol., in large 1.75L bottles over 4 liters total capacity when considering import units. Classified as tequila under 2208.90.55.00 for bulk containers.

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.

2208.90Same rate: 17.5%

If other whiskies or imitation tequila

Blended agave spirits imitating tequila may classify as 'whiskies' if not pure; requires tequila CRT certification.

2208.90.30.00Same rate: 17.5%

If containers hold 4 liters or less

Smaller bottle sizes for tequila fall under different subheading with potentially varied rates.

2207.20.00Higher: 19.4% vs 17.5%

If ethyl alcohol over 80% ABV for industrial use

High-proof neutral tequila distillate exceeds 80% vol limit, shifting to undistilled ethyl alcohol heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit TTB import permit and ensure tequila meets NOM standards for Mexican production

Calculate duties using proof gallons; ABV tested at 20°C—avoid under-declaring strength