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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Highlight low/no ephedrine content to differentiate from controlled varieties
• Provide HPLC analysis showing alkaloid profile