Dried Genovese Basil Whole Leaves from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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