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Chilled Purple Basil Foliage from Germany

Chilled fresh leaves of Ocimum basilicum 'Purpurascens' (purple basil), employed in pharmacy for antioxidant extracts and perfumery for unique floral notes. Per HTS 1211.90.89.40 for chilled/fresh basil in insecticidal/perfumery applications.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Maintain cold chain documentation (2-4°C) for chilled basil to prove condition at import

Separate from fresh produce shipments to avoid cross-contamination claims

Use ISPM-15 compliant packaging for wooden crates holding chilled herbs