Dried Genovese Basil Whole Leaves
Whole dried leaves of Ocimum basilicum 'Genovese', standard for pesto but imported here for linalool-rich oils in perfumery and natural fungicides. HTS 1211.90.89.40 specifies dried basil for primary non-culinary uses.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify 'whole leaves, not powdered' on entry to match description and avoid 0910 spice
• Test for erucic acid or glucosinolates if blended with oilseeds, per subheading notes
• Register with FDA if any pharmaceutical claims are associated with the shipment
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