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U.S. imports of whiskies (HS 220830) totaled $83.2M in April 2026, traded with 28 countries.
Importers of Whiskies paid $4.5M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.9% on $45.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataScotch and Irish whiskies — the dominant import categories by volume — enter under dedicated 10-digit lines (2208303030 and 2208303060) that split by container size, while bourbon and rye lines reflect US-origin spirits that are rarely imported but exist for re-entry scenarios. The United Kingdom and Ireland together account for the bulk of US whisky imports, with Canada and Japan rounding out the top suppliers. TTB standards of identity strictly define each whisky type, and geographic indications such as 'Scotch Whisky' are protected under bilateral agreements, meaning mislabeling carries significant compliance risk. Container size — above or below 4 liters — is the primary structural split across all whisky lines in this heading.
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Yes. Although bourbon is a distinctly American product, re-imports or foreign-produced bourbon-style spirits can enter under 2208306020 (containers not over 4 liters) or 2208306040 (containers over 4 liters). TTB's standard of identity for bourbon requires specific grain mash, distillation proof, and aging conditions regardless of origin, so foreign producers claiming the 'bourbon' designation face strict scrutiny.
Scotch Whisky is a protected geographic indication under UK law and recognized in US trade practice. TTB requires that any spirit labeled 'Scotch Whisky' originate in Scotland and meet Scotch Whisky Regulations standards. Importers must retain production certificates and distillery records to substantiate origin claims during CBP and TTB review.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED KINGDOM | $50.9M | $7.2M | -$43.7M |
| IRELAND | $16.0M | $441K | -$15.6M |
| JAPAN | $5.5M | $8.1M | +$2.6M |
| CANADA | $9.4M | $4.0M | -$5.4M |
| AUSTRALIA | -- | $12.1M | +$12.1M |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2208303030 | WHISKIES, SCOTCH & IRISH, CNTRS NOT OVER 4 LITERS | $64.1M | 9.91% | $3.6M |
| 2208306065 | WHISKIES, NESOI, CONTAINERS NOT OVER 4 LITERS EACH | $8.7M | 9.65% | $565K |
| 2208306085 | WHISKIES, NESOI, CONTAINERS OVER 4 LITERS EACH | $5.5M | 10.00% | $2K |
| 2208303060 | WHISKIES, SCOTCH AND IRISH, CNTRS OVER 4 LITERS EA | $3.4M | 10.00% | $340K |
| 2208306020 | WHISKIES, BOURBON, CONTAINERS NOT OVER 4 LITERS EA | $1.1M | 10.00% | $396 |
| 2208306055 | RYE WHISKIES, CONTAINERS NOT OVER 4 LITERS EACH | $294K | 10.00% | $910 |
| 2208306075 | RYE WHISKIES, CONTAINERS OVER 4 LITERS EACH | $81K | -- | -- |
| 2208306040 | WHISKIES, BOURBON, CONTAINERS OVER 4 LITERS EACH | $2K | 0.00% | -- |
WHISKIES, SCOTCH & IRISH, CNTRS NOT OVER 4 LITERS
WHISKIES, NESOI, CONTAINERS NOT OVER 4 LITERS EACH
WHISKIES, NESOI, CONTAINERS OVER 4 LITERS EACH
WHISKIES, SCOTCH AND IRISH, CNTRS OVER 4 LITERS EA
WHISKIES, BOURBON, CONTAINERS NOT OVER 4 LITERS EA
RYE WHISKIES, CONTAINERS NOT OVER 4 LITERS EACH
RYE WHISKIES, CONTAINERS OVER 4 LITERS EACH
WHISKIES, BOURBON, CONTAINERS OVER 4 LITERS EACH
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2208309030 | WHISKIES EX BOURBON, IN CONTAINERS NT OV 4L, NESOI | $67.8M |
| 2208306020 | WHISKIES, BOURBON, CONTAINERS NOT OVER 4 LITERS EA | $20.2M |
| 2208306040 | WHISKIES, BOURBON, CONTAINERS OVER 4 LITERS EACH | $14.6M |
| 2208309040 | WHISKIES EX BOURBON, CONTAINERS OVER 4 LITERS | $10.1M |
| 2208309025 | RYE WHISKIES EX BOURBON, IN CONTAINERS NT OVER 4L | $379K |
WHISKIES EX BOURBON, IN CONTAINERS NT OV 4L, NESOI
6.4M pfl
WHISKIES, BOURBON, CONTAINERS NOT OVER 4 LITERS EA
1.8M pfl
WHISKIES, BOURBON, CONTAINERS OVER 4 LITERS EACH
4.0M pfl
WHISKIES EX BOURBON, CONTAINERS OVER 4 LITERS
1.9M pfl
RYE WHISKIES EX BOURBON, IN CONTAINERS NT OVER 4L
18.7K pfl
BEER MADE FROM MALT
HS 220300
WINE, FR GRAPE NESOI & GR MUST W ALC, NOV 2 LITERS
HS 220421
CORDIALS, LIQUEURS, KIRSCHWASSER, RATAFIA, ETC.
HS 220890
SPARKLING WINE OF FRESH GRAPES
HS 220410
WATERS, INCL MINERAL & AERATED, SWEETND OR FLAVORD
HS 220210
NONALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, NESOI
HS 220299
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAVANNAH, GA | $2.7M | $49.9M | +$47.2M |
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $6.6M | $23.3M | +$16.7M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $19.3M | -- | -$19.3M |