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
24.8%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
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