Oak Wine Barrel from Germany
A traditional 225-liter oak barrel used for aging and storing wine, constructed from wooden staves bound with metal hoops. This qualifies under HTS 4416.00.90 as a cooper's product designed specifically for liquid containment in winemaking. The craftsmanship involves seasoning the oak staves to impart flavor during fermentation.
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 wood origin certification to comply with phytosanitary requirements; ensure staves meet moisture content standards to avoid inspection delays; declare exact capacity in liters for accurate classification