Dried Banana Leaves from Mexico
Dried leaves from banana plants (Musa spp.) used for wrapping food or crafting. Under HTS 1404.90.90.90 as unspecified vegetable products, not vegetable fibers for textiles per chapter exclusion.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure leaves are untreated to stay out of Chapter 20 preserved products
• Label moisture content to confirm dried status and avoid fresh foliage classification
• Test for contaminants as agricultural imports require residue analysis