Heading 2206

HTS code 2206 — Other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead, sakè); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included

Chapter
22 — Beverages and spirits
Tariff lines
9
General duty
Duty rates vary by line — 9 lines carry a specific or compound duty

Tariff lines under heading 2206

Full 10-digit codes with their general (MFN) duty rates. The correct line depends on the product's material, construction, and use.

HTS codeDescriptionGeneral rateUnit
2206.00.1510Hard cider as described in statistical note 3 to this chapter (Other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead, sakè); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included > Cider, whether still or sparkling)0.4¢/literliters
2206.00.1520Other (Other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead, sakè); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included > Cider, whether still or sparkling)0.4¢/literliters
2206.00.3000Prune wine (Other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead, sakè); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included)3.1¢/liter + 22.1¢/pf. liter on ethyl alcohol contentliters, pf.liters
2206.00.4500Rice wine or sakè (Other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead, sakè); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included)3¢/literliters
2206.00.6000Effervescent wine (Other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead, sakè); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included > Other)13.9¢/literliters
2206.00.9015In aluminum containers (Other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead, sakè); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included > Other > Other > Mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, ready to consume as packaged, in containers each holding not over 4 liters)4.2¢/literliters
2206.00.9025Other (Other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead, sakè); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included > Other > Other > Mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, ready to consume as packaged, in containers each holding not over 4 liters)4.2¢/literliters
2206.00.9030In aluminum containers (Other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead, sakè); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included > Other > Other > Other)4.2¢/literliters
2206.00.9040Other (Other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead, sakè); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included > Other > Other > Other)4.2¢/literliters

Documents required to import under 2206

Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.

  • Commercial InvoiceRequired
  • Packing ListRequired
  • Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
  • CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required

    Prepared and filed by your customs broker

  • Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional

    Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500

    Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety

  • Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional

    Required for ocean freight only

    Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port

  • Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional

    Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP

    One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment

  • Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional

    Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries

  • FDA Prior NoticeRequired

    Must be submitted 2-8 hours before arrival

  • Phytosanitary CertificateConditional

    Required for plant-based products

  • TTB Importer Basic Permit (Form 5100.24)Required

    Required to operate as an importer of alcoholic beverages

  • Certificate of Label Approval (COLA)Required

    Required for imported wine, beer, and distilled spirits

Common questions

What is HTS code 2206?
HTS heading 2206 covers other fermented beverages (for example, cider, perry, mead, sakè); mixtures of fermented beverages and mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included. It sits in Chapter 22 (beverages and spirits) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 9 tariff lines.
What is the duty rate for HTS 2206?
Duty rates vary by line — 9 lines carry a specific or compound duty. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.
How many digits does a full HTS code have?
US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 2206 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.

Related headings in Chapter 22