European Sweet Bay Leaves
European Sweet Bay Leaves are premium whole dried Laurus nobilis leaves from Mediterranean regions, essential in French and Italian cooking for bouquet garni. They are classified under tariff item 0910.99.00 as 'other spices' because bay leaves are spices of heading 09.10 not elsewhere specified. Cubeb pepper is excluded from this chapter.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed with other spices
Mixtures of spices from different headings are classified under heading 09.10.
If used for medicinal purposes
If the bay leaves are for medicinal use, they may fall under heading 12.11.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the bay leaves are whole and dried, as crushed or ground forms may have different classification
• Declare the product as dried bay leaves under 0910.99.00, and keep records of the origin for preferential tariff claims
Related Products under Tariff item 0910.99.00
Air-Dried Bay Leaves
Whole, air-dried bay leaves from the bay laurel tree (Laurus nobilis), retaining their natural shape without crushing or powdering. Used as a culinary spice in soups, stews, and sauces. This product falls under tariff item 0910.99.00 as 'other spices' since bay leaves are not specifically named elsewhere in the chapter.
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Bombay Curry Powder
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Bulk Culinary Thyme
Industrial bulk packs of dried thyme leaves for food manufacturers and restaurants. These are pure thyme spice without any additives or mixtures. They are classified under tariff item 0910.99.00 as 'other spices' because thyme is not specifically named in the chapter.
Bulk Dried Bay Leaves
Bulk Dried Bay Leaves are large-volume dried bay leaves packed in 25kg bags for food manufacturers. They are classified under tariff item 0910.99.00 as 'other spices' because bay leaves are spices of heading 09.10 not elsewhere specified. Bulk packaging does not affect classification.
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