Wildflower Comb Honey

Pure wildflower comb honey consists of honey stored in its natural beeswax comb, harvested directly from beehives and packaged for retail sale in small consumer portions. It falls under HTS 0409.00.00.10 as comb honey packaged for retail, distinguishing it from bulk honey or extracted honey without comb.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0409.00.00Same rate: 35%

If extracted or bulk packaging over retail size

Honey without comb or in containers exceeding retail quantities (e.g., >5kg drums) classifies as other natural honey.

2106.90.46.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If artificially flavored or mixed with additives

Honey products with added flavors, sugars, or preservatives fall under food preparations, not pure natural honey.

1212.92.00.00Same rate: 35%

If sold as bee product extract for medicinal use

Honey-based extracts or pollen-heavy products for pharmaceutical purposes may classify under vegetable saps and extracts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify packaging meets retail sale criteria (typically under 5kg per unit) to avoid reclassification as bulk honey under 0409.00.0040

Provide certificate of origin and pollen analysis to confirm natural honey status and avoid adulteration disputes

Check FDA prior notice requirements and ensure labeling includes floral source and 'comb honey' declaration