Dried Tremella Mesenterica Jelly Fungus
Dried Tremella mesenterica, known as witch's butter, is a bright orange jelly fungus dried whole for herbal and culinary applications. It qualifies under HTS 0712.33.00.00 as dried jelly fungi from Tremella spp., whole and not further prepared.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8.3% | +35.0% | 43.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8.3% | +10.0% | 18.3% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 8.3% | +10.0% | 18.3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8.3% | +10.0% | 18.3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8.3% | +10.0% | 18.3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for medicinal or herbal use, not primarily food
Plants/fungi used in pharmaceuticals or as medicinals classify under heading 1211.
If dried vegetables not elsewhere specified
Catch-all for other dried vegetables if Tremella identification is disputed.
If fruits of Capsicum/Pimenta, dried/crushed/ground
Chapter note excludes certain dried/crushed peppers from Chapter 7 to 0904.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use phytosanitary certificates from origin country to prove free from pests, critical for fungal imports
• Avoid bulk packaging without inner liners; contamination risks lead to quarantine
• Declare exact species in entry summary to prevent confusion with edible vs inedible fungi
Related Products under HTS 0712.33.00.00
Dried Tremella Fuciformis Mushrooms
Dried Tremella fuciformis, commonly known as snow fungus or white jelly fungus, is a whole dried vegetable from the Tremella spp. genus used in Asian cuisine for soups and desserts. It falls under HTS 0712.33.00.00 as dried jelly fungi, not further prepared beyond drying for preservation.
Whole Dried Snow Fungus (Tremella Aurantialba)
Whole dried Tremella aurantialba, a jelly fungus variety prized for its gelatinous texture when rehydrated, is imported as a dried vegetable for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0712.33.00.00 for dried, whole jelly fungi (Tremella spp.) not further prepared.
Powdered Dried Tremella Fuciformis
Finely powdered dried Tremella fuciformis, produced by grinding whole dried snow fungus, used as a thickener in recipes. Falls under HTS 0712.33.00.00 for dried jelly fungi in powder form, but not further prepared.
Sliced Dried Tremella Jelly Fungus
Dried Tremella spp. sliced into strips for easier rehydration in cooking, maintained as a whole-cut dried vegetable. Classified in HTS 0712.33.00.00 for sliced jelly fungi, explicitly allowed under the dried vegetables heading.