Chapter 22 · Beverages, spirits and vinegar · Section 4
HS Code 2208.30
Whiskies
Heading 2208: Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80 percent vol.; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages
US HTS + UK Tariff v4.0.1633 · updated 2026-10-21 · sources
Rates on this page are the official published schedule rates, shown for information. This is not a customs ruling: preference programs, Section 232/301 surcharges and per-shipment fees can change what you actually pay.
United States - HTS lines under 2208.30
Source: official Harmonized Tariff Schedule (USITC). "General" is the normal-trade-relations rate; "Special" lists preference programs; "Other" is the column-2 rate. Additional Section 232/301 duties may apply on top.
| HTS code | Description | General | Special | Other | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2208.30.30 |
Irish and Scotch 2 statistical lines (10-digit)
|
Free | - | $1.99/pf. liter | pf.liters |
| 2208.30.60 |
Irish and Scotch > Other 6 statistical lines (10-digit)
|
Free | - | $2.04/pf. liter | pf.liters |
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European Union - CN codes under 2208.30
Source: EU Combined Nomenclature (Eurostat, © European Union, reused per Decision 2011/833/EU). Duty rates and measures live in TARIC; each code links to the official consultation.
| CN code | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 2208 30 71 | 2 litres or less | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 2208 30 19 | More than 2 litres | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 2208 30 11 | 2 litres or less | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 2208 30 79 | More than 2 litres | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 2208 30 30 | Single malt whisky | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 2208 30 69 | More than 2 litres | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 2208 30 41 | 2 litres or less | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 2208 30 88 | More than 2 litres | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 2208 30 61 | 2 litres or less | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 2208 30 49 | More than 2 litres | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 2208 30 82 | 2 litres or less | EU duty (TARIC) → |
| 2208 30 00 | Whiskies | EU duty (TARIC) → |
United Kingdom - commodity codes under 2208.30
Source: UK Integrated Online Tariff (Open Government Licence v3.0). Declarable 10-digit codes go on the customs declaration; check the official page for the current duty and VAT measures.
| Commodity code | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 2208 30 00 00 | Whiskies | UK duty & VAT → |
| 2208 30 11 00 | 2 litres or less | UK duty & VAT → |
| 2208 30 19 00 | More than 2 litres | UK duty & VAT → |
| 2208 30 30 00 | Single malt whisky | UK duty & VAT → |
| 2208 30 41 00 | 2 litres or less | UK duty & VAT → |
| 2208 30 49 00 | More than 2 litres | UK duty & VAT → |
| 2208 30 61 00 | 2 litres or less | UK duty & VAT → |
| 2208 30 69 00 | More than 2 litres | UK duty & VAT → |
| 2208 30 71 00 | 2 litres or less | UK duty & VAT → |
| 2208 30 79 00 | More than 2 litres | UK duty & VAT → |
| 2208 30 82 00 | 2 litres or less | UK duty & VAT → |
| 2208 30 88 00 | More than 2 litres | UK duty & VAT → |
Nearby codes in heading 2208
The subheadings immediately before and after 2208.30 in chapter 22.
Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (public domain) · EU Combined Nomenclature © European Union, Eurostat (Decision 2011/833/EU) · UK Integrated Online Tariff, contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data refreshed weekly. Details on About & Data Sources.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about HS code 2208.30.
What is HS code 2208.30?
HS code 2208.30 covers: Whiskies. It belongs to chapter 22 (Beverages, spirits and vinegar) of the Harmonized System.
What is the US import duty for HS code 2208.30?
The US general (normal trade relations) rates under this subheading range: Free. Preference programs and Section 232/301 surcharges can change the effective rate; see the HTS lines for detail.
What is the UK commodity code for 2208.30?
The UK extends 2208.30 to 12 declarable 10-digit commodity codes, starting with 2208300000. The full code goes on the UK customs declaration.