Dried Fennel Leaves from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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