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Ephedra Nevadensis Whole Herb from Japan

Whole dried herb of Ephedra nevadensis (Mormon tea) used for non-ephedrine containing herbal remedies. Still classified under HTS 1211.50.00.00 as ephedra for pharmacy purposes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Highlight low/no ephedrine content to differentiate from controlled varieties

Provide HPLC analysis showing alkaloid profile