Fresh Centennial Hop Cones from China
Freshly harvested cones from Centennial hops, prized for their high alpha acids in IPAs. HTS 1210.10.00.00 covers fresh or dried hop cones in unprocessed cone form, excluding any grinding or pelleting. Ideal for wet-hopped beers.
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
• Require cooling chain documentation for fresh hops to prove condition upon import and avoid spoilage claims
• Label varietal and harvest date clearly; customs may inspect for compliance with unprocessed state
• Check origin-specific quotas or seasonal restrictions, as fresh hops are perishable and regionally regulated