Hops Extract Powder from Germany
A concentrated powder derived from hops (Humulus lupulus) used primarily in brewing beer for bitterness and flavor. Classified under HTS 1302.19.9140 as a vegetable extract, not qualifying for exclusions like malt extract in heading 1901. It provides essential oils and alpha acids without being an essential oil preparation under Chapter 33.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity and absence of sucrose (>10%) via lab analysis to avoid reclassification to heading 1704
• Provide Certificates of Analysis (CoA) confirming botanical origin and non-medicinal use for CBP clearance
• Avoid packaging as confectionery; declare as industrial extract to prevent duty shifts