</>Build with Tariff Intelligence|Programmatic access to tariff calculations and HS code classification.Explore Developer Resources →

Crew Member Duty-Free Whiskey from China

A 750ml bottle of single malt whiskey imported duty-free by a cruise ship crew member for personal consumption during shore leave. This falls under HTS 9804.00.80 as it's within the 1 liter alcohol limit for crew of international vessels intending to resume employment. The provision allows reasonable personal effects for such workers.

Duty Rate — China → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify crew member's employment status with vessel documentation; limit strictly to 1L total alcohol; ensure items are declared as personal effects to be exported upon resuming duty

Crew Member Duty-Free Whiskey from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9804.00.80