Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 22085000 - Gin and Geneve

Gin and Geneve fall under HS Code 22085000, which is used to classify these alcoholic beverages for international trade purposes. In this article, we will explore the product description, duty rates, quantity units, and special tariff preference programs associated with this HS code.

Product Description

Gin and Geneve are alcoholic beverages that are popular around the world. Gin is a distilled spirit that is primarily flavored with juniper berries, while Geneve is a Dutch-style gin that is made from a malted grain base. Both of these spirits are enjoyed in cocktails or on their own.

Duty Rates

The bound or most-favored-nation (MFN) duty rate for HS Code 22085000 is free. This means that countries must lower trade barriers or open up their markets for the same goods or services from all their trading partners. This duty rate encourages fair and equal trade among nations.

Quantity Unit

The quantity unit for HS Code 22085000 is proof liters (PFL). Proof liters are a measure of the alcohol content in a beverage. It indicates the amount of pure alcohol in a liter of the product. This unit is used to determine the strength and potency of gin and Geneve.

Special Tariff Preference Programs

HS Code 22085000 is eligible for various special tariff preference programs, which offer reduced or duty-free treatment for imports. The following programs and their respective rates apply:

• Free: Only imports from least-developed beneficiary developing countries eligible for Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) under that subheading receive duty-free treatment.
• NAFTA for Canada: Duty-free treatment for imports from Canada under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA): Duty-free treatment for eligible imports from African countries.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Duty-free treatment for imports from eligible Caribbean countries.
• Israel Special Rate: Duty-free treatment for imports from Israel.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Duty-free treatment for imports from Mexico under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Duty-free treatment for imports from eligible countries in the Dominican Republic-Central American Free Trade Agreement.

Additionally, there are specific special rates for certain countries:

• Australia Special Rate: 15.7? per proof liter.
• Bahrain Special Rate: 11.8? per proof liter.
• Chile Special Rate: 9.8? per proof liter.
• Jordan Special Rate: 10.5? per proof liter.
• Morocco Special Rate: 15.8? per proof liter.
• Oman Special Rate: 18.9? per proof liter.
• Peru Special Rate: 20.5? per proof liter.
• Singapore Special Rate: 7.1? per proof liter.

Importing and Exporting US States

While not directly related to the HS Code, it is worth noting that the Virgin Islands are listed as importing and exporting states for gin and Geneve. This information is important for trade and logistics purposes.

HS Code 22085000 classifies gin and Geneve for international trade. Understanding the product description, duty rates, quantity units, and special tariff preference programs associated with this HS code is crucial for importers, exporters, and customs authorities.