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Baijiu 52% ABV from China

Chinese sorghum-based spirit at 52% ABV, classified under HTS 2208.90.80 as other spirituous beverages due to unique fermentation/distillation.

Duty Rate — China → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Chinese GB standards certification supports authentic baijiu claims

• Multiple distillation rounds must be documented for classification

• High proof requires precise 20°C ABV testing per chapter notes