Dried Garlic Powder from Mexico
Dried garlic powder is made by dehydrating and finely grinding garlic cloves into a fine powder, commonly used as a seasoning. It is classified under HTS 0712.90.4040 for dried garlic in powder form, not further prepared beyond drying and grinding. This ensures it remains a basic dried vegetable product.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
39.8%
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
• Test for purity to exclude additives; any blending with herbs shifts to mixtures under 0712.90.9020
• Declare particle size and drying method in documentation to distinguish from spice powders in Chapter 9
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for dried vegetables entering the US food supply chain