Heather Amber Honey from Germany
Scottish heather honey with characteristic dark amber color and thixotropic (gel-like) texture from erica flower nectar. Classified under HTS 0409.00.00.65 for amber/darker natural honey varieties. Prized for pungent, peaty flavor in gourmet markets.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide spectrographic floral source verification for heather (>45% pollen)
• Maintain temperature logs below 40°C during shipping to preserve gel properties
• Label 'may crystallize normally' to prevent consumer complaints triggering CBP reviews