Whiskey Aroma Extract Concentrate from Germany
This high-alcohol (over 50% by weight) concentrate of odoriferous substances is formulated for whiskey manufacturing in the drink industry. Dilution with ethyl alcohol or water yields finished whiskey, qualifying under HTS 3302.10.5000.
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
• Ensure documentation specifies use in beverage production to distinguish from perfumery uses
• Comply with alcohol import permits and declare exact ABV to avoid duty miscalculation
• Test for synthetic aromatics compliance per Chapter 33 notes on odoriferous substances