New American Oak Whiskey Barrel from Canada
A new 53-gallon oak barrel made from American white oak staves, assembled with wooden hoops for aging bourbon and whiskey. Classified under HTS 4416.00.30.10 as a new wooden cask specifically designed for cooperage use in spirit maturation.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming the wood is heat-treated or fumigated to meet ISPM 15 standards
• Verify barrel volume and stave thickness documentation to confirm classification as new coopers' products
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring no prior use; used barrels fall under different subheadings