1211.90.89.90/Dried Peppermint Leaves/Japan

Dried Peppermint Leaves from Japan

Dried leaves of Mentha piperita used for pharmaceutical teas, digestive aids, and mint flavor in perfumery. HTS 1211.90.89.90 covers mint species as 'other' dried plants for pharmacy/perfumery per 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%

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Import Tips

• Scientific naming mandatory (Mentha spp.); generic 'mint' invites CBP reclassification

• Irradiation declarations needed if treated for pests—common for Indian/Chinese origins

• Avoid declaring as 'food ingredient' which shifts to chapter 9 or 21