Certified Organic Arame Seaweed

Shredded and dried arame (Eisenia bicyclis) certified organic for salads. Prepared by shredding and sun-drying, under HTS 2008.99.91.50 as organic seaweed NESOI. Enhances flavor in macrobiotic diets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+25.0%31%
🇲🇽Mexico6%6%
🇨🇦Canada6%6%
🇩🇪Germany6%6%
🇯🇵Japan6%6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2008.99.91Same rate: 31%

If without organic label

Standard preserved seaweed category.

1212.21.00.00Higher: 35% vs 31%

If whole strands, unprocessed

Not sufficiently prepared for Chapter 20.

2005.99Lower: 21.2% vs 31%

If mixed with other vegetables

Vegetable mixtures take precedence over pure seaweed.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide phytosanitary certificate alongside organic docs for entry

Ensure no added sugars or preservatives to maintain classification

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