Frozen Peppermint Leaves
Fresh peppermint leaves preserved by freezing, intended for extraction in insecticidal sprays or pharmaceutical tinctures. HTS 1211.90.40 covers chilled/frozen mint plants for such uses, aligning with chapter exclusions for non-medicinal forms.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.8% | +35.0% | 39.8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.8% | +10.0% | 14.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.8% | +10.0% | 14.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.8% | +10.0% | 14.8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.8% | +10.0% | 14.8% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If formulated as insecticides/fungicides
Active pesticidal preparations fall under heading 3808, excluding raw plant material.
If frozen for food rather than pharmaceutical use
Frozen vegetables for consumption shift to Chapter 7, outside 1211's specific purposes.
If mint but specifically licorice root form
Licorice, also listed, has distinct subheading within 1211 despite overlapping uses.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Maintain cold chain documentation to prove frozen state upon entry, preventing thaw-related reclassification
• Include end-use statements specifying perfumery/pharmacy to distinguish from general frozen herbs
• Test for erucic acid/glucosinolates if blended; pitfalls include mislabeling as oilseeds under 1205
Related Products under HTS 1211.90.40
Dried Peppermint Leaves
Dried leaves of the peppermint plant (Mentha piperita), used primarily in herbal teas, perfumery for minty scents, and pharmaceutical preparations for digestive aids. Classified under HTS 1211.90.40 as mint leaves fitting Chapter 12 notes for plants used in perfumery or pharmacy, not processed into medicaments of Chapter 30.
Dried Spearmint Leaves
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.
Chopped Dried Mint Leaves
Dried and chopped mint leaves used primarily for pharmacy in digestive remedies and perfumery essences. Permitted under HTS 1211.90.40 as 'cut, crushed or powdered' mint for listed purposes, not extending to Chapter 9 spice products.
Powdered Spearmint Leaves
Finely powdered dried spearmint leaves for use in natural fungicides and pharmaceutical capsules. HTS 1211.90.40 includes 'powdered' mint explicitly for such insecticidal/pharmaceutical roles, per chapter notes.
Dried Apple Mint Leaves
Dried leaves from apple mint (Mentha suaveolens), valued in perfumery for fruity-mint notes and pharmacy for calming infusions. Classed in HTS 1211.90.40 as other mint leaves for primary perfumery/pharmaceutical purposes.
Fresh Chilled Mint Leaves
Fresh mint leaves kept chilled for prompt use in essential oil distillation for perfumery or fresh tinctures. Covered by HTS 1211.90.40 for fresh/chilled mint designated for such specialized uses.