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Rum Gold 40% ABV from Germany

Aged golden rum distilled from sugarcane molasses at 40% ABV, falling into HTS 2208.90.80 as an 'other' spirit not qualifying for specific rum subheadings due to blending or aging profile.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify rum distillation from sugarcane per TTB rules; artificial rum faces different classification

• Color additives must be declared; natural caramel coloring affects 'gold' designation