1211.90.89.80/Dried Peppermint Leaves/Japan

Dried Peppermint Leaves from Japan

Dried leaves of Mentha piperita intended solely for peppermint herbal tea infusions. Falls under HTS 1211.90.89.80 as unmixed, single-species dried plant parts for herbal tea use per subheading. Excluded from other chapters as it's not a cereal, vegetable, or processed product.

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

• Include lab tests showing zero glucosinolates or erucic acid if questioned on seed purity

• Use clear packaging indicating 'dried leaves for infusion, single species' for compliance

• Watch for FDA scrutiny; improper claims can lead to Chapter 30 reclassification