Dried Spearmint Leaves from Canada
Dried spearmint (Mentha spicata) leaves employed in perfumery for fresh scents, pharmaceuticals for oral care products, and natural insect repellents. Falls under HTS 1211.90.40 per chapter notes for mint plants used in such purposes, provided not converted to Chapter 33 cosmetics.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide supplier affidavits confirming no pesticide residues exceeding FDA limits for herbal imports
• Label as 'dried mint leaves for perfumery/pharmacy' to guide classification away from food-grade Chapter 9
• Avoid powdering beyond 'crushed' state; excessive processing risks shift to flour-like products elsewhere