Ground Star Anise (Badian) from Japan
Ground badian (Illicium verum), commonly known as star anise, is crushed into powder for pho, five-spice blends, and teas. HTS 0909.62.00.00 applies to crushed or ground badian seeds as specified in the heading. Popular in Asian cuisine and essential oils production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
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 aflatoxins common in spices; provide lab results to CBP upon request
• Specify 'ground seeds' on invoices to match HTS description precisely