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Thyme Amber Honey from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

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

• GMO-free certification for EU-sourced herbals

• Creamed packaging prevents liquefaction issues at border