Matcha Green Tea Powder
Finely stone-ground powder made from shade-grown green tea leaves, packaged in 100g tins for retail sale. Classified under HTS 0902.10.90 as unfermented green tea in immediate packings not exceeding 3 kg, specifically as 'other' green tea forms beyond simple leaf varieties. The powder form fits the 'other' category within green tea packaging limits.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +7.5% | 7.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | ā | Free |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | ā | Free |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | ā | Free |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | ā | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with additives like flavors or sweeteners
Blends exceeding 50% tea weight shift to Chapter 21 for extracts and preparations.
If the tea is fermented
Fermented teas like black tea fall under 0902.20, distinct from unfermented green tea.
If packaged in bulk >3kg
Green tea in packings exceeding 3kg net moves to the bulk green tea subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify tea purity per 21 U.S.C. 41; impure tea prohibited except under Chapter 98
ā¢ Ensure immediate containers <3kg net; check origin for duty-free wrapping exemptions (e.g
ā¢ Canada)
ā¢ Include certificate of origin and lab analysis for green tea verification to avoid misclassification
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