1211.90.89.80/Dried Rooibos Leaves/Japan

Dried Rooibos Leaves from Japan

Dried fermented leaves of Aspalathus linearis for pure rooibos herbal infusion. Classified in 1211.90.89.80 as single-species dried plant material for tea, per heading 1211 notes including mint-like herbs.

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

• South African origin requires CITES if wild-harvested; verify cultivated status

• Document fermentation process doesn't alter classification from raw plant parts