Dried Basil Leaves from Japan
Dried Ocimum basilicum leaves used in pharmacy for anti-inflammatory preparations and perfumery bases. HTS 1211.90.89.90 as other plants explicitly listed in 1211 chapter note.
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%
Import Tips
• Indian/Egyptian basil requires fumigation certs; FDA holds for salmonella
• Pharma intent declaration prevents chapter 9 reclassification