Fresh Nugget Hop Cones from Japan
High-alpha Nugget hop cones harvested fresh for bittering in ales. Classified in 1210.10.00.00 as unprocessed (neither ground nor powdered nor pelleted) hop cones. Suited for direct cone hopping.
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
• Ship fresh hops air freight with temperature logs (<4°C) to maintain viability
• Inspect for cone integrity; damaged cones risk downgrade to waste categories
• Pair with brewery end-use letter to affirm non-medicinal agricultural purpose