Scotch Whisky Barley from China
Premium two-row spring barley grown in Scotland for single malt production, imported unmalted. Under HTS 1003.90.40 as other barley; specific varietals like Concerto or Laureate. Excludes heading 1003.10 as not seed.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Request varietal analysis from supplier to confirm malting quality parameters
• Use reefer containers if ambient conditions exceed 15°C to preserve viability
• Prepare for TTB review if declaring for beverage alcohol production