Oak Wine Barrel from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13.2%
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
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