Indonesian Crushed Vanilla for Extracts from China

Coarsely crushed Indonesian vanilla beans specifically prepared for further extract production, ground to release maximum vanillin. Falls under HTS 0905.20.00.00 for its crushed or ground form.

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

Label as 'crushed vanilla beans for extract manufacture' to clarify end-use and prevent extract classification

Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for spice imports destined for food processing

Monitor moisture content below 10% to avoid mold issues during ocean transit