Organic Psyllium Seed Husks from Japan
Psyllium seed husks are the outer coating of Plantago ovata seeds, dried and processed for use in herbal supplements. They fall under HTS 1211.90.89.20 as plant parts used primarily in pharmacy for their therapeutic properties as a bulk-forming laxative and fiber source in medicaments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify plant origin and husk purity via lab testing to meet FDA food/medicinal standards; obtain Certificate of Analysis for fiber content; avoid misclassification as plain seeds by documenting pharmaceutical end-use