Za'atar Spice Blend from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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