Dried Borage Leaves
Dried Borago officinalis leaves and flowers for GLA oil precursors in pharmacy. HTS 1211.90.89.90 covers borage as named plant material for pharmaceutical use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +60.0% | 60% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If borage seeds
Oilseeds of heading 1207 separate from herbage parts.
If borage seed oil fixed vegetable oil
Seed oils extracted shift to chapter 13 then 15.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish leaves/flowers from seeds (1207.91); only foliage stays 1211
• EU organic certs common; verify no gamma-linolenic extraction occurred
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