Conlon Malting Barley from Japan
Conlon is a premium two-row malting barley variety developed for high malt yield and low protein content, ideal for lager production. It is imported under HTS 1003.90.20.00 as barley designated for malting, supported by variety-specific certification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include variety declaration and grower certifications from approved malting barley programs like those from the American Malting Barley Association
• Monitor for ergot contamination, requiring zero tolerance declarations for food-grade malting barley
• File entries with end-user letters from malt houses to prove non-feed intent