Honey Mead from Germany
A fermented beverage made from honey, water, and yeast, resulting in alcohol >0.5% vol, fitting HTS 2206.00.90 as 'mead' among other fermented beverages not elsewhere specified. Available in still or lightly sparkling varieties.
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
• Provide origin certificates proving honey fermentation to avoid 2204 wine classification
• Calculate duties precisely using proof liter formula; common error is incorrect temperature adjustment to 20°C
• TTB import permits required—pre-clear formulas for flavored meads