Dried Spearmint Leaves from Japan

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 — 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%

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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