Alpha Acid Hop Extract

A specialized liquid or powder extract from hops standardized for alpha acid content, essential for consistent bitterness in beer production. Classified under 1302.13.00.00 as it is a direct vegetable extract of hops without medicinal additives.

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.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 17.5%

If chemically modified or isomerized for enhanced stability

Modified preparations of vegetable extracts may classify as chemical products under 3824 rather than natural saps.

2101.20Higher: 18.5% vs 17.5%

If incorporated into extracts of coffee, tea, or similar

Mixtures with other extracts exclude it from pure hops extracts per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include lab tests showing alpha acid levels and absence of prohibited additives like sucrose; declare exact concentration for valuation; watch for essential oil contamination leading to Chapter 33