Gunpowder Green Tea Pinhead from China
Chinese green tea rolled into tight pellets that unfurl when brewed, unfermented with smoky flavor. Falls under HTS 0902.20.90.50 as other green tea. Popular for its long shelf life and bold taste.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for pesticide residues common in Chinese teas to meet FDA standards
• Declare net weight accurately; small package wrappings may incur separate duties
• Use ISF filing early due to agricultural product scrutiny at customs