Belgian Tripel Ale Sample

A 100ml sample bottle of Belgian Tripel Ale, a strong golden ale with complex fruity and spicy notes from proprietary yeast strains. Classified under HTS 9811.00.20 as an alcoholic beverage sample (under 100ml for other alcoholic beverages) for use solely by commercial importers to solicit orders from distributors and retailers. Meets volume limits and solicitation purpose requirements of the subheading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2203.00.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If imported in commercial quantities exceeding sample limits

Chapter 22 provisions apply to bulk beer imports rather than solicitation samples

9804.00.70Same rate: 10%

If carried as personal baggage by traveler

Personal exemptions apply to travelers' alcohol allowances, not commercial solicitation

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Import Tips & Compliance

Must be accompanied by commercial importer declaration confirming solicitation use only; Provide TTB approval and volume certification; Limit one sample per product per importer per quarter per U.S. note