Dried Salal Leaves from Mexico
Leathery salal (Gaultheria shallon) leaves dried to a deep evergreen hue, commonly used in Pacific Northwest-style bouquets for texture and volume. Falls under HTS 0604.90.30.00 as dried foliage prepared for ornamental bouquets.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES permits if harvested from protected coastal regions, as some salal sources may require documentation
• Declare moisture content below 10% to confirm fully dried status per customs inspection
• Avoid mixing with fresh greens in shipments to prevent contamination claims