Dried Whole Thyme Leaves from Mexico
Dried whole leaves of the thyme plant (Thymus vulgaris), harvested and air-dried without further processing. Classified under HTS 0910.99.05.00 as crude or not manufactured thyme, a spice in its natural, unground form.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify botanical identity via lab testing to confirm thyme species and prevent misclassification as other herbs
• Ensure compliance with FDA food safety standards; provide certificates of analysis for contaminants like heavy metals
• Avoid grinding or stemming prior to import to maintain 'crude' status and qualify for this tariff rate