Chilled Purple Basil Foliage from Japan
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 — 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
• 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