Cascade Hop Pellets from Germany
Pelletized form of Cascade hop variety cones, known for citrus and floral aromas, standardized at 5-7% alpha acids for consistent IPA brewing. Falls under HTS 1210.20.00.20 as hop cone pellets, encompassing any pelletized processed hop cones regardless of variety.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include variety-specific COA (Certificate of Analysis) showing moisture <10% and no additives; watch for EU origin quotas
• Pitfall: bulk packaging over 25kg may require phytosanitary certificates