Powdered Saaz Hop Cones from Germany
Saaz hop cones, a noble variety prized for lager beers, are powdered for precise flavor dosing in brewing. Falls under HTS 1210.20.00.40 as powdered hop cones, part of processed lupulin-bearing material.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include milling process documentation to prove 'ground/powdered' status under Chapter 12 notes
• Label with varietal name and moisture content to prevent customs disputes on quality
• Watch for blending with other herbs, which could reclassify under 1211 for mixed plants