Fresh Sage Herb Bundles from China
Fresh bundles of sage leaves (Salvia officinalis) harvested for use in essential oil production for perfumery and natural fungicidal sprays. Classified under HTS 1211.90.89.50 as fresh sage primarily for perfumery, pharmacy, or similar purposes, meeting chapter exclusions for medicaments.
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
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests; maintain cold chain to preserve freshness during transit; label clearly as 'for perfumery/pharmacy use' to prevent misclassification as fresh vegetables