Brandy Flavoring Base Alcohol from China
Mixture of essential oil derivatives and alcohol (>20% by weight) serving as a base for brandy production in industrial settings. HTS 3302.10.90.00 applies due to its use as a raw material in drink industries with high alcohol content. Provides fruity and oaky notes essential for authentic brandy character.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Ensure supplier provides GC-MS analysis for odoriferous substance verification; comply with CBP alcohol gauging requirements; avoid bulk packaging that mimics finished goods to prevent reclassification