Mezcal Vago Elote

Mezcal Vago Elote is a unique single-estate mezcal made from espadín agave cooked with corn in earthen pits, distilled to under 80% vol in 750ml bottles. It fits HTS 2208.90.72.00 as traditional Oaxacan mezcal in retail-sized 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.

2208.90.30.00Same rate: 17.5%

If whisky-type aging applied

Oak-aged mezcal resembling whisky changes spirit classification.

2208.90Same rate: 17.5%

If packaged in >4L formats

Retail vs bulk packaging shifts subheading.

2207.20.00Higher: 19.4% vs 17.5%

If sold as ethyl alcohol base

If not labeled/marketed as beverage spirit, may classify as industrial ethyl alcohol.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide lab analysis for proof and composition; discrepancies lead to re-assessment and fines

Label must specify '100% agave' if applicable; false claims violate TTB rules

Check for denominación de origen compliance to prevent counterfeiting disputes at entry

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