2205.10.30.00 - Vermouth

This HTS category, 2205.10.30.00, specifically covers vermouth and other wines of fresh grapes that have been flavored with plants or aromatic substances, when presented in containers with a capacity of two liters or less. Vermouth, in its common understanding, is a fortified wine that has been infused with botanicals, primarily wormwood, and often includes other herbs, spices, and flavorings. The classification hinges on the base product being wine of fresh grapes and the addition of these flavoring agents, irrespective of the specific type of plant or aromatic substance used.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 2205.10.60.00 "Other," is crucial. While both fall under the broader classification of vermouth and other flavored wines in containers of two liters or less, the "Other" category is intended for flavored wines of fresh grapes that do not meet the specific definition of vermouth. This implies that 2205.10.30.00 is reserved for those products where wormwood is a characteristic flavoring agent, or where the specific blend of aromatics and botanicals aligns with the traditional definition of vermouth, whereas 2205.10.60.00 captures a wider array of flavored wines that may not contain wormwood or adhere to the typical vermouth profile.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, precise adherence to the description of vermouth and other flavored wines of fresh grapes in containers of two liters or less is paramount for accurate classification. This includes verifying the base wine is derived from fresh grapes and that flavoring agents have been incorporated. The 2-liter limit for the container size is a definitive physical characteristic that separates this classification from larger format presentations of the same products.