Fresh Sweet Basil Leaves from China
Fresh leaves of Ocimum basilicum, commonly known as sweet basil, harvested for use in herbal remedies, essential oil extraction for perfumery, and natural insect repellents. Classified under HTS 1211.90.89.40 as fresh basil, a plant part used primarily in pharmacy, perfumery, or for insecticidal purposes, not processed into medicaments or perfumes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify basil is fresh or dried and not processed into extracts or oils to stay under 1211; provide botanical certification if required
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates confirm freedom from pests, as basil is prone to aphids and fungal issues
• Label clearly as 'for perfumery/pharmacy/insecticidal use' to avoid reclassification as culinary herb under Chapter 7