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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing over 4% stems
Thyme with stems classified separately if exceeding threshold.
If in oil or brine preservation
Fruit/veg in oil shifts thyme to Chapter 20 if prepared that way.
If personal effects or samples
Small personal quantities enter duty-free under Chapter 98 articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain Egyptian export health cert confirming free from pepper shells or impurities
• Test for heavy metals common in Delta soils; provide analysis to CBP if requested
• Declare net weight excluding stems for accurate duty calculation
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