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Thyme Amber Honey

Greek thyme honey with amber color from Mediterranean wild thyme, known for medicinal thymol content. Classified HTS 0409.00.00.65 as darker natural honey for therapeutic and table use. Crystallizes slowly with herbal pungency.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0409.00.00Same rate: 35%

If blended lighter thyme

Partial thyme blends lighten to other light honey.

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 35%

If marketed as antibiotic

Medicinal claims trigger pharmaceutical classification.

0910.99.60Lower: 9.4% vs 35%

If high thymol extract

Extract-like concentrations become spice oils Chapter 9.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Thyme pollen (>50%) and thymol analysis for authenticity

GMO-free certification for EU-sourced herbals

Creamed packaging prevents liquefaction issues at border

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