Ground Mahlab Kernels

Mahlab from ground St. Lucie cherry (Prunus mahaleb) kernels imparts almond-cherry flavor to Greek Easter breads. Under HTS 0910.99.60.00 as exotic 'other spice' kernel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China1.9%+7.5%9.4%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico1.9%β€”1.9%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada1.9%β€”1.9%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany1.9%β€”1.9%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan1.9%β€”1.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1211.90Higher: 16% vs 9.4%

If raw kernels for pharmacy

Medicinal plant material to Chapter 12.

2008.19Higher: 27.9% vs 9.4%

If fruit-derived flavoring preparation

Processed fruit nuts become Chapter 20 preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Cyanogenic glycoside testing mandatory for kernel spices

β€’ Declare 'defatted kernels' if processed to reduce oil

β€’ Avoid apricot kernel confusion (higher toxicity risk)

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