Za'atar Spice Blend from China
A Middle Eastern herb and spice mix of thyme, sesame seeds, sumac, and salt, typically sprinkled on flatbreads or yogurt. It is classified in HTS 2103.90.90.91 as a mixed seasoning due to the prepared combination of multiple ingredients for direct food use. Excludes pure spices covered in headings 0904-0910.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm the blend's composition doesn't exceed 20% meat/fish content to stay out of Chapter 16
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'mixed seasoning' to prevent reclassification as individual spices
• Monitor annual quotas if similar to mixed condiments; test for homogeneity if claiming homogenized prep