Cajun Gumbo File Powder

Sassafras leaf and thyme powder blend used as thickener and seasoning in Creole gumbos. HTS 2103.90.80.00 classifies this as mixed seasoning despite primary thickening function.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+35.0%41.4%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%+10.0%16.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 41.4%

If pure sassafras leaves without thyme mixture

Medicinal plants classify separately from culinary mixed seasonings.

1302.19Lower: 10% vs 41.4%

If sassafras bark extract used for flavoring

Vegetable saps and extracts have dedicated headings outside condiments.

0910.99Lower: 11.9% vs 41.4%

If thyme-only powder

Single herb powders remain in Chapter 9 rather than mixed Chapter 21.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide safrole content analysis certificates under FDA 50ppm limit

Label botanical names (sassafras albidum) for accurate identification

Distinguish from pure sassafras to avoid medicinal herb classification

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