Dried Cascade Hop Cones from China
Dried cones from the Cascade hop variety (Humulus lupulus), used primarily in brewing for their floral and citrus aromas. Classified under HTS 1210.10.00.00 as hop cones neither ground, powdered, nor pelleted, in their natural cone form. Fresh or dried whole cones fit this subheading exactly.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify cones are whole and unprocessed (no grinding/pelleting) via supplier certification to avoid reclassification
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like hop aphids, common in EU/US imports
• Declare accurate moisture content (<10% typical for dried hops) to prevent customs disputes on 'fresh vs dried'