Dried Borage Leaves from Japan
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 — 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
• Lab analysis for pyrrolizidine alkaloids required by FDA
• Seed contamination check as seeds may classify differently
• Organic certification boosts market value for borage