Lapsang Souchong Loose Black Tea

Smoked fermented black tea from China, with distinctive pinewood aroma from fire-drying process. Fits HTS 0902.40.00.00 as other flavored black tea.

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.

0901Higher: 10% vs 7.5%

If marketed as roasted maté alternative

Roasted maté heading; heavy smoking might align if not pure tea.

1211.90Higher: 16% vs 7.5%

If bulk leaves for pharmaceutical extraction

Medicinal plants under 1211 if primary use shifts from beverage.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare smoking process to avoid misclassification as roasted substitute

Use moisture-proof tins for loose leaf to prevent quality issues

Comply with organic claims via General Note 6 if certified