1210.20.00.40/Ground Cascade Hop Cones/Japan

Ground Cascade Hop Cones from Japan

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.

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%

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Import Tips

• ,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