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Frozen Mint Leaves from Japan

Frozen leaves of peppermint (Mentha piperita) used primarily in herbal teas, pharmaceuticals, and as a natural flavoring agent in perfumery. Classified under HTS 1211.90.93.00 as chilled or frozen parts of mint, a plant specified in heading 1211 for pharmacy and perfumery uses. Not a processed product under Chapter 33.

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

Verify the plant species matches heading 1211 note (e.g

mint) and confirm chilling/freezing without extraction to avoid Chapter 33

Provide lab certification proving no processing into medicaments (Chapter 30) or perfumes; declare exact temperature maintained

Frozen Mint Leaves from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1211.90.93.00