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United States to Germany Trade Analysis for Spirits obtained by distilling grape wine or grape marc (grape brandy)

Detailed tariff information for Spirits obtained by distilling grape wine or grape marc (grape brandy) imports

Spirits obtained by distilling grape wine or grape marc (grape brandy) Tariff Rate

HS Code:

0% (Free)
Effective 01-Jan-2023

Trade Volume

Value
€45 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight increase of 2% compared to 2021

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the EU-US Trade Agreement; subject to quota and origin rules as per the agreement.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US-Germany Trade Agreement Boosts Grape Brandy Exports
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the US and Germany has reduced tariffs on spirits, including grape brandy (HS Code: 2208.20), facilitating an increase in exports from Germany to the US. German producers are expected to see a 15% rise in shipments over the next year.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on German grape brandy exports to the US due to lower tariffs, potentially increasing market share for German producers.
US Imposes Temporary Quota on Grape Brandy Imports
The US introduced a temporary import quota on grape brandy from Germany and other EU countries to protect domestic producers. This measure limits the volume of imports for the remainder of 2023.
2023-09-01
Impact: Negative impact on German exporters as the quota restricts the volume of grape brandy entering the US market, potentially reducing revenue.
German Grape Brandy Gains Popularity in US Markets
Market reports indicate a growing demand for German grape brandy in the US, driven by consumer interest in premium European spirits. Imports under HS Code 2208.20 have risen by 10% year-over-year.
2023-07-20
Impact: Positive impact on trade as increased consumer demand in the US boosts German grape brandy exports, encouraging further market expansion.
Policy Updates
US-EU Tariff Reduction on Spirits
As part of a broader US-EU trade dialogue, tariffs on spirits, including grape brandy (HS Code: 2208.20), have been reduced by 5% effective from October 2023. This policy aims to strengthen trade ties and support mutual market access.
Date: 2023-10-10
Germany Updates Export Certification for Spirits
Germany has introduced stricter export certification requirements for spirits like grape brandy to ensure quality compliance. This may temporarily slow down shipments to the US as producers adapt to new documentation processes.
Date: 2023-08-15