Dried Hop Cones (Non-Bitter)
Dried hop cones (non-bitter) are the dried female flower cones of Humulus lupulus that have not been processed for beer bittering, used in herbal remedies and teas. They are classified under tariff item 1404.90.00 as other vegetable products not elsewhere specified, as they are not classified under brewing-specific headings or as pharmaceutical preparations.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hop cones are not crushed, ground, or in pellet form
Hop cones, fresh or dried, whether or not ground, are classified under heading 12.10.
If the hop cones are crushed, ground, or in pellet form
Ground, powdered, or pelleted hop cones fall under heading 12.10.
If the cones are extracted to produce a concentrated herbal extract
Vegetable saps and extracts fall under heading 13.02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the hop cones are not lupulin-rich or processed for brewing, as those may be classified under heading 12.10 or Chapter 21
• If the cones are sold for herbal medicinal use, be prepared to demonstrate they are not in measured doses or packaged as medicaments
• Check CFIA requirements for botanical products intended for human consumption
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