Dried Borage Leaves from Germany
Dried leaves of Borago officinalis, valued in pharmacy for GLA content and perfumery. Chapter 12 lists borage for 1211, dried under HTS 1211.90.89.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Lab analysis for pyrrolizidine alkaloids required by FDA
• Seed contamination check as seeds may classify differently
• Organic certification boosts market value for borage