Dried Sage Leaves from Mexico
Dried leaves of Salvia officinalis used in herbal pharmacy for digestive remedies and perfumery essential oils. Falls under HTS 1211.90.89.90 as other dried plants/parts for pharmacy or perfumery, explicitly covered by heading 1211 chapter note.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Require phytosanitary certificates; sage often fumigated—check FDA residue limits
• Declare as 'culinary/herbal' vs 'pharmaceutical' to stay in 1211; finished teas go to 2101