Dried Fennel Leaves
Dried fennel leaves (Foeniculum vulgare) are the feathery fronds harvested and dried whole or chopped for herbal teas and seasonings. HTS 0712.90.70.00 covers these as dried fennel not further prepared.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fennel seeds rather than leaves
Fennel seeds are spices under Chapter 9, separate from vegetable leaves.
If mushrooms are predominant in mixture
Mixtures where mushrooms exceed other vegetables use dedicated codes.
If for ground fennel herb
Powdered form of dried fennel leaf enters as other spices.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish leaf from seed; fennel seeds classify under 0909.61, not vegetables
• Test for moisture content below 10% to confirm 'dried' status per chapter definitions
• Use invoices specifying 'whole/cut dried leaves only' to avoid heading 0909 confusion
Related Products under HTS 0712.90.70.00
Dried Parsley Flakes
Dried parsley flakes are whole or broken leaves of the parsley plant (Petroselinum crispum) dehydrated to preserve flavor and extend shelf life. They fall under HTS 0712.90.70.00 as dried parsley, not further prepared beyond drying, suitable for culinary use in seasoning blends or garnishes.
Dried Tarragon Leaves
Dried tarragon leaves from Artemisia dracunculus are whole or broken herb leaves air-dried for use in French cuisine and vinegars. Classified in HTS 0712.90.70.00 as dried tarragon, unchanged except for drying process.
Dried Marjoram Whole Leaves
Dried marjoram (Origanum majorana) whole leaves are dehydrated herb used in Mediterranean dishes and potpourri. Falls under HTS 0712.90.70.00 for dried savory herbs excluding further preparation.
Dried Savory Herb Broken
Dried savory (Satureja spp.) in broken pieces is a pungent herb dried for soups, stews, and sausages. HTS 0712.90.70.00 applies to these dried forms of specified herbs.
Dried Parsley and Tarragon Mixture
A blend of dried parsley and tarragon, both whole leaf and broken, for seasoning packets. Classified under HTS 0712.90.70.00 as mixtures of specified dried vegetables.
Organic Dried Fennel Fronds
Certified organic dried fennel fronds, cut and sifted, from pesticide-free farms for premium herbal products. HTS 0712.90.70.00 'other' includes organic variants unless statistically noted.