Crushed Lippia Graveolens Spice
Lightly crushed leaves of Lippia graveolens for enhanced flavor release in cooking, a staple in Oaxacan moles. Classified in HTS 0910.99.40.00 as other origanum (Lippia spp.), covering crushed but not powdered forms of these spices.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If garlic or nutmeg flavored
Flavored spices have distinct subheadings under 0910.99.81, separating by added essences.
If frozen after drying
Frozen fruits/vegetables/spices fall under Chapter 20 preservations.
If sold in tea bags as herbal tea
If prepared for beverage infusion like tea, it may classify under 0902 mixtures.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document crush particle size to differentiate from ground (still 0910.99.40.00) vs. parts (1211)
• FDA registration and prior notice mandatory; test for heavy metals common in spice imports
• Declare net weight accurately; small retail packs may trigger container duties unless from listed free territories
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Dried Mexican Oregano Leaves
Dried leaves from Lippia graveolens, commonly known as Mexican oregano, used as a spice in Latin American cuisine for its intense, citrusy flavor. Classified under HTS 0910.99.40.00 as 'other' origanum (Lippia spp.) spices, distinct from true oregano (Origanum vulgare) in the Lamiaceae family. This subheading covers ground or unground forms imported for culinary use.
Ground Puerto Rican Oregano
Finely ground spice derived from Lippia micromeria, a Caribbean variant of oregano used in Puerto Rican sofrito blends. Falls under HTS 0910.99.40.00 for other origanum (Lippia spp.) spices, encompassing ground forms not elsewhere specified in heading 0910. Ideal for seasoning meats and stews.
Oregano Brujo Whole Leaves
Whole dried leaves of Lippia berlandieri, known as oregano brujo in Mexican herbal traditions, used both culinarily and medicinally. HTS 0910.99.40.00 applies to other origanum Lippia spp. spices in unground form. Popular in Tex-Mex dishes for its bold, licorice-like taste.
Salvian Oregano Dried Herb
Dried Lippia salvian spp. herb, a lesser-known origanum relative from South America used in spice rubs. HTS 0910.99.40.00 for other Lippia spp. spices, neither origanum proper nor seed-heavy.