Fresh Mint Leaves from China
Fresh mint leaves are aromatic green herb leaves, harvested fresh or chilled for teas, garnishes, and cooking. Classified under HTS 0709.99.90 as other fresh or chilled vegetables, as they don't fit specific vegetable headings and require preparation for consumption.
Duty Rate — China → United States
57.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain import permits for fresh herbs and ensure compliance with FDA fresh produce safety rules
• Use insulated packaging to keep chilled during transit, preventing spoilage or duty reclassification
• Avoid mixing with dried mint in shipments to prevent contamination and classification errors