Peppermint Leaf Extract from Japan
Concentrated aqueous extract from peppermint leaves (Mentha piperita) for flavoring. HTS 1302.19.9140 covers this as other vegetable sap, not an essential oil or beverage prep. Used pre-distillation.
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
• Distinguish from steam-distilled oils via processing method docs
• GRAS affirmation letters aid food import clearance
• Solvent-free extraction preferred