2204.22.80.00 - Of an alcoholic strength by volume over 14 percent vol

This HTS category, 2204.22.80.00, specifically classifies wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines, and grape must where fermentation has been prevented or arrested by the addition of alcohol. The defining characteristic of products within this subcategory is their alcoholic strength, which must exceed 14 percent by volume. These wines are further defined by their packaging, being presented in containers that hold more than 2 liters but not more than 10 liters, and more specifically, in containers holding over 4 liters but not over 10 liters.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 2204.22.60.00, hinges entirely on the alcohol content. While both cover wine in containers exceeding 2 liters but not more than 10 liters, this specific classification requires an alcoholic strength by volume *over* 14 percent, whereas the sibling category encompasses wines with an alcoholic strength *not exceeding* 14 percent by volume. Therefore, the critical differentiator for classification is the precise measurement of alcohol concentration.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification system, there are no further subcategories. The classification is complete at this level, focusing on the combination of wine type, packaging volume, and alcoholic strength. Examples within this category would include fortified wines like Port or Sherry, as well as other grape wines exceeding 14% ABV, when packaged in containers such as magnums, jeroboams, or larger format bottles and containers within the specified volume range.