1211.90.89.40/Dried Genovese Basil Whole Leaves/Japan

Dried Genovese Basil Whole Leaves from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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