Dried Whole Thyme Leaves
Dried whole leaves of the Thymus vulgaris plant, harvested and air-dried to preserve flavor and aroma for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0910.99.06.00 as thyme, a spice in the 'other spices' category, distinct from bay leaves or curry. This form retains the natural leaf structure, ideal for home and professional cooking.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in crude or unprocessed form for extraction
Crude vegetable products of thyme used for perfumery or extraction fall under Chapter 12 as plants used in pharmacy or perfumery.
If mixed or compounded with other spices
Mixtures of spices including thyme are classified separately from pure thyme under spice mixtures.
If pickled or preserved in vinegar
Preserved thyme in vinegar or acetic acid shifts to Chapter 20 for preserved vegetables and fruits.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify botanical identity via lab testing to confirm Thymus species, as misidentification can lead to reclassification or denial
• Provide Certificates of Origin and phytosanitary certificates to meet FDA and USDA entry requirements for spices
• Avoid common pitfalls like contamination; ensure residue-free drying processes to comply with pesticide limits
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Ground Thyme Powder
Finely ground dried thyme leaves processed into a uniform powder for easy seasoning in recipes. Falls under HTS 0910.99.06.00 as thyme spice, neither crushed nor ground thyme being separately provided for in the heading. Commonly used in rubs, sauces, and spice blends.
Organic Dried Thyme
Certified organic dried thyme leaves grown without synthetic pesticides, meeting USDA NOP standards. Classified under HTS 0910.99.06.00 for thyme spices; organic status noted statistically per General Note 6. Popular in health-focused cuisines and natural product lines.
Turkish Thyme Spice
Dried thyme sourced from Turkey's Izmir region, known for robust flavor profile in Mediterranean dishes. HTS 0910.99.06.00 covers all thyme origins as 'other spices: thyme.' Exported in bulk bales or retail pouches.
Egyptian Thyme Leaves
High-quality dried thyme leaves from Egypt's Nile Delta, prized for oil content and earthy notes. Fits HTS 0910.99.06.00 as pure thyme spice, excluding mixtures. Used in tagines, soups, and meat marinades.
Moroccan Thyme Whole
Whole dried thyme from Morocco's Atlas Mountains, featuring intense aromatic compounds. HTS 0910.99.06.00 for thyme not otherwise specified, valued in za'atar blends. Sustainably wild-harvested.
Bulk Culinary Thyme
Industrial bulk packs of dried thyme leaves for food manufacturers and restaurants. Precisely under HTS 0910.99.06.00 as thyme spice for seasoning. Minimum 25kg bags standard.