Buckwheat Honey from Germany
Dark, robust natural honey from buckwheat flowers, known for its high mineral content and earthy taste. It qualifies for HTS 0409.00.00 as unadulterated honey straight from the hive, minimally processed. Often imported for health food markets in squeezable bottles.
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
• Conduct NMR (nuclear magnetic resonance) spectroscopy if authenticity questioned; ensure packaging prevents fermentation
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as organic without certification