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Non-Alcoholic Brandy Flavor Imitation from Germany

A non-alcoholic beverage mimicking the flavor and aroma of brandy, with ethyl alcohol content under 80% vol and less than 0.5% ABV overall, classified under 2208.90.71 as an imitation spirituous beverage. It uses synthetic essences and colorings to replicate brandy without distillation. Ideal for mocktails or non-drinking consumers.

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

Verify alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C is under 80% and provide lab analysis certificates to CBP for proof liter duty calculation

Label clearly as 'imitation' or 'non-alcoholic' to avoid misclassification into genuine spirits headings 2208.20-2208.50