shincha First Flush Green Tea

Early spring harvest Japanese green tea, vibrant and fresh, in 80g seasonal packs. HTS 0902.10.90.50 for unfermented first flush in ≤3 kg retail immediate containers, other. Limited edition with intense umami.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0803Higher: 10% vs 7.5%

If banana leaf wrapped mistaken for fruit

Traditional wrappings could confuse with Chapter 08 fruits.

0902.20.10.00Higher: 13.9% vs 7.5%

If late harvest fermented

Extended maturation leads to fermentation classification.

3302.10.50.00Higher: 19.4% vs 7.5%

If bud-only for food flavoring

Pure buds for culinary extracts may go to odors chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

1

Time imports for seasonal demand; 2

Prove first flush status via harvest dates; 3

Cold chain if needed for freshness

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