HS Code 2208.50.00.00
Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Gin and Geneva
Most Favoured Nation (MFN) Rate
4.92¢/litre of absolute ethyl alcohol
About HS Code 2208.50.00.00
HS code 2208.50.00.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item covering Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Gin and Geneva. It falls under Chapter 22 — Beverages, spirits, vinegar of the Canadian Customs Tariff, within heading 2208 and subheading 2208.50. This code is used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to determine customs duties, taxes, and regulatory compliance when you import into Canada.
The MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rate for 2208.50.00.00 is 4.92¢/litre of absolute ethyl alcohol. This rate applies to imports from most WTO member countries. Lower preferential rates may be available depending on the country of origin and the trade agreement used. 21 preferential trade agreements are available for this code, of which 21 offer duty-free access (for example: Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff, Least Developed Country Tariff, General Preferential Tariff, United States Tariff, Mexico Tariff).
Key trade agreement eligibility: CUSMA (USA, Mexico) duty-free · CETA (EU) duty-free · CPTPP (Asia-Pacific) duty-free.
Example Calculation for 2208.50.00.00
If you import CAD $10,000 worth of goods classified under HS code 2208.50.00.00 into Canada (without a preferential trade agreement), here is the approximate cost breakdown:
| Value for Duty (VFD) | $10,000 |
| MFN Duty (4.92¢/litre of absolute ethyl alcohol) | $492 |
| GST (5%) | $525 |
| Total Landed Cost (approx.) | $11,017 |
Illustrative example. Does not include surtaxes, SIMA, excise duties, freight, provincial HST/PST, or trade-agreement exemptions. Use our calculator for an exact figure.
Frequently Asked Questions about HS Code 2208.50.00.00
What is HS code 2208.50.00.00?
HS code 2208.50.00.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to classify imports of "Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Gin and Geneva". It sits under Chapter 22 (Beverages, spirits, vinegar) of the Canadian Customs Tariff.
What is the Canadian import duty rate for 2208.50.00.00?
The MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rate for HS code 2208.50.00.00 is 4.92¢/litre of absolute ethyl alcohol. This rate applies to imports from WTO member countries without a preferential trade agreement with Canada. Lower preferential rates may apply under agreements such as CUSMA, CETA, or CPTPP.
Can I import 2208.50.00.00 duty-free from the USA or Mexico under CUSMA?
Yes. HS code 2208.50.00.00 is duty-free under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) when the goods originate in the US or Mexico and you provide a valid certification of origin. GST/HST still applies on import.
Does CETA apply to HS code 2208.50.00.00?
Yes. Imports of HS code 2208.50.00.00 from the European Union enter Canada duty-free under the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with a valid origin declaration from the EU exporter.
What surtaxes or SIMA duties apply to HS code 2208.50.00.00?
Our calculator automatically checks retaliatory surtaxes (US steel & aluminum, Chinese EVs, etc.) and SIMA anti-dumping duties for 2208.50.00.00. Enter the country of origin in the calculator to see the complete list of duties that apply to your shipment.
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21 applicable trade agreements
| Code | Trade Agreement | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| CCoFTA | Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CEPT | Canada-EFTA Preferential Tariff | Free |
| CETA | Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement | Free |
| CHFTA | Canada-Honduras Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CIAT | Canada-Israel Agreement Tariff | Free |
| CJFTA | Canada-Jordan Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CKFTA | Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPaFTA | Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPFTA | Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CUKTCA | Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement | Free |
| CT | Chile Tariff | Free |
| CCCT | Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff | Free |
| CPTPP | Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership | Free |
| CRT | Costa Rica Tariff | Free |
| GPT | General Preferential Tariff | Free |
| IT | Iceland Tariff | Free |
| LDCT | Least Developed Country Tariff | Free |
| MT | Mexico Tariff | Free |
| NZT | New Zealand Tariff | Free |
| UAT | Ukraine Tariff | Free |
| UST | United States Tariff | Free |
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| HS Code | Description | MFN Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2208.20.00 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Spirits obtained by distilling grape wine or grape marc | Free |
| 2208.20.00.10 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Spirits obtained by distilling grape wine or grape marc - In bulk | Free |
| 2208.20.00.90 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Spirits obtained by distilling grape wine or grape marc - Other | Free |
| 2208.30.00 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Whiskies | Free |
| 2208.30.00.10 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Whiskies - Bourbon: - Bourbon | Free |
| 2208.30.00.20 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Whiskies - Scotch: - Scotch | Free |
| 2208.30.00.30 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Whiskies - Irish | Free |
| 2208.30.00.90 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Whiskies - Other: - Other | Free |
| 2208.40.10 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products - Rum | 24.56¢/litre of absolute ethyl alcohol |
| 2208.40.10.10 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products - Rum - In bulk | 24.56¢/litre of absolute ethyl alcohol |
| 2208.40.10.90 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products - Rum - Other | 24.56¢/litre of absolute ethyl alcohol |
| 2208.40.90.00 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products - Other | 12.28¢/litre of absolute ethyl alcohol |
| 2208.60.00.00 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Vodka | 12.28¢/litre of absolute ethyl alcohol |
| 2208.70.00.00 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Liqueurs and cordials | 12.28¢/litre of absolute ethyl alcohol |
| 2208.90.10.00 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Other - Tequila | Free |
| 2208.90.21.00 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Other - Undenatured ethyl alcohol: - For use as a spirituous or alcoholic beverage or for use in the manufacture of spirituous or alcoholic beverages | Free |
| 2208.90.29.00 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Other - Undenatured ethyl alcohol: - Other | 4.92¢/litre of absolute ethyl alcohol |
| 2208.90.30.00 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Other - Angostura bitters | Free |
| 2208.90.41.00 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Other - Spirituous fruit juices of an alcoholic strength by volume not exceeding 14.3% vol: - Packaged, of an alcoholic strength by volume not exceeding 7% vol | 35.2¢/litre |
| 2208.90.49.00 | Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages. - Other - Spirituous fruit juices of an alcoholic strength by volume not exceeding 14.3% vol: - Other | 35.2¢/litre |