Diplomatico Reserva Rum from Mexico
A Venezuelan premium rum made from sugarcane honey, aged in bourbon barrels with rich caramel and vanilla notes. Classified under HTS 9817.22.05 as it meets the rum criteria of subheading 2208.40 and U.S. note 6 specifications for spirituous beverages. Suitable for special entry procedures.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm exact alcohol content meets 2208.40 definition; maintain records proving note 6 eligibility
• Obtain TTB formula approval for flavored variants
• Avoid misclassification as liqueur if primarily rum-based