Dried Thai Basil Leaves from Mexico
Dried Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora (Thai basil) leaves, utilized for antimicrobial properties in natural pharmaceuticals and anise-scented essential oils in perfumery. HTS 1211.90.89.40 covers dried basil for such non-food primary uses.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis showing low microbial load for dried herbs to expedite clearance
• Declare intended use explicitly on commercial invoice to justify Chapter 12 over Chapter 9 spices
• Watch for admixtures with other herbs that could trigger different subheadings