Turkish Thyme Spice from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

22.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Check country-specific phytosanitary rules; Turkey thyme often requires fumigation certs

Monitor EU residue limits if transshipping, as they align with US FDA MRLs

Bulk importers should consolidate small producer lots to optimize shipping costs