Dried Saaz Hop Cones from China
Noble Saaz hop cones, dried for lager brewing with spicy, earthy notes. Falls under 1210.10.00.00 for unground, unpowdered, non-pelleted hop cones, fresh or dried. A staple in European-style pilsners.
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
• Include lab analysis for alpha/beta acid content to support brewing-use declaration and valuation
• Avoid bulk baling over 50kg without ventilation specs to prevent mold during ocean freight
• EU-origin hops may need varietal registry proof to match Czech Saaz authenticity claims