Honey Mead from Germany
A traditional fermented beverage made from honey, water, and yeast, often still or lightly effervescent, with ABV around 10-14%. It is classified in HTS 2206.00.15.20 as 'other' fermented beverages akin to cider, not specified elsewhere like sake. Mead fits as a non-grape, non-malt fermented drink.
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
• Submit proof gall/test results at 15.56°C for duty; miscalculating high ABV proofs leads to audits
• Label as 'fermented honey beverage' not wine; provide hive origin if claiming special rates
• Avoid blending with spirits (reclassifies to 2208); document pure fermentation process