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%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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