Hard Kefir from Germany
Fermented milk beverage with added yeasts for alcohol >0.5% vol, classified HTS 2206.00.90 as other fermented beverages. Probiotic-rich alternative to yogurt drinks.
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
• Differentiate from dairy via alcohol content; FDA secondary to TTB
• Fermentation logs required for proof