Dried Apple Mint Leaves from Japan
Dried leaves from apple mint (Mentha suaveolens), utilized in pharmaceutical tinctures and perfumery bases for fruity-mint aromas. HTS 1211.90.4040 applies to this other dried mint variety for such primary 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
• Provide varietal certificates to distinguish from common mint, aiding CBP review
• Ensure no addition of oils that could trigger refatted meal exclusions under Chapter 12 notes