Honey Mead from Germany
Honey mead is an ancient fermented beverage made from honey, water, and yeast, often with added fruits or spices, achieving 8-18% ABV. It qualifies for HTS 2206.00.90.40 as an other fermented beverage not specified elsewhere in Chapter 22. Varieties include still and sparkling types.
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 lab reports confirming honey fermentation base to avoid spirits reclassification
• Calculate duties on proof liter basis; adjust for actual proof vs. 100 proof standard