2208.30.30.30 - In containers each holding not over 4 liters

This HTS category, 2208.30.30.30, specifically classifies whiskies of the Irish and Scotch varieties that are presented in containers with a capacity of not over 4 liters. This includes a wide array of consumer-sized bottles, such as standard 750ml or 1-liter bottles, commonly found in retail environments. The defining characteristics for inclusion are the type of spirit (whisky) and its geographical origin (Irish or Scotch), alongside the precise volume of the individual retail packaging.

This classification is distinguished from its sibling category, 2208.30.30.60, by the volume of the container. While both classify Irish and Scotch whiskies, this specific code applies exclusively to smaller formats, each holding a maximum of 4 liters. Conversely, the sibling category pertains to larger, bulkier containers of the same spirit. The underlying production and composition of the spirit itself remain consistent across these two sub-classifications, with the distinction solely based on the packaging size.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, the classification hinges entirely on the specific criteria of the spirit type (Irish or Scotch whisky) and the volume of the individual container. When classifying goods under this code, customs professionals should verify that the product is indeed a whisky originating from Ireland or Scotland and that it is packaged in individual units not exceeding 4 liters in volume.