HTS US: 1210.XX.XXXX
Description
This heading covers hop cones in various forms used primarily in brewing and related industries. Hop cones are the flowers of the hop plant and are valued for their aromatic and bittering properties in beer production. The classification includes:
- Fresh or dried hop cones: Whole cones that have not been processed into smaller forms.
- Ground, powdered, or pelletized hop cones: Processed forms designed to enhance storage, handling, and extraction of brewing ingredients.
- Lupulin: The yellowish powder found within hop cones, rich in essential oils and resins, used for flavoring.
The heading thus addresses both raw and processed hop products used in brewing and other applications.
Code Hierarchy
- Section II: Vegetable Products (Chapters 06-14)
- Chapter 12: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder
- Heading 1210: Hop cones, fresh or dried, whether or not ground, powdered or in the form of pellets; lupulin
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
1210.XX.XXXX– Further digits specify the exact form and processing of hop products.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The detailed classification of HTS Code 1210 is structured as follows:
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1210.10.00.00 | Hop cones, neither ground nor powdered nor in the form of pellets | Whole hop cones, fresh or dried, unprocessed beyond drying. |
| 1210.20.00 | Hop cones, ground, powdered or in the form of pellets; lupulin | Processed hop cone forms or lupulin powder. |
| 1210.20.00.20 | Hop cone pellets | Compressed hop cones shaped into pellets for brewing efficiency and storage. |
| 1210.20.00.40 | Other | Other ground or powdered hop cone forms and lupulin preparations not pelletized. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, consider the following exclusions:
- Hop extracts or concentrates: Preparations beyond lupulin powder may fall under different chemical or pharmaceutical headings.
- Other parts of the hop plant: Such as stems or leaves, which are not included in this heading.
Notes
- Usage: Hop cones and lupulin are primarily used in the brewing industry for flavoring, preservation, and aroma.
- Processing Forms: Pelletization improves storage stability and dosing accuracy in brewing.
- Tariffs and Import Regulations: Duty rates vary by exact subheading and processing form. Importers should verify applicable tariffs and compliance with agricultural import requirements.
Declaration Example
Product: Shipment of dried hop cone pellets for brewing.US HTS Code:
1210.20.00.20(Hop cone pellets)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Refer to current USHTS (may vary by trade agreements and processing)
Additional Requirements: Phytosanitary certificates may be required depending on origin.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 0903: Coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated.
- HTS 1211: Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits) of a kind used primarily in perfumery, pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes.
- HTS 1302: Vegetable saps and extracts; pectic substances, agar-agar and other mucilages and thickeners.
