Ground Cascade Hop Cones

Cascade hop cones are finely ground into powder for use in brewing beer, enhancing aroma and bitterness profiles. Classified under HTS 1210.20.00.40 as hop cones processed into ground form, distinct from fresh or unground cones.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1210.10.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If imported fresh or unprocessed

Fresh or dried whole hop cones without grinding fall under the separate subheading for unprocessed forms.

1210.20.00Same rate: 17.5%

If specifically in pellet form

Pelleted hop cones have a dedicated subheading, separating them from general ground or powdered 'other' category.

1302.19Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If extracted lupulin glands only

Pure lupulin extract shifts to vegetable saps and extracts in Chapter 13, excluding whole cone products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

,Provide certificates of origin and lab analysis confirming hop cone identity and no adulteration

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as fresh cones (1210.10), which changes duty status