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U.S. imports of green tea (not fermented) in packings not over 3 kg (HS 090210) totaled $17.9M in April 2026, traded with 46 countries.
Importers of Green Tea (Not Fermented) in Packings Not Over 3 kg paid $207K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 8.4% on $2.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Green Tea (Not Fermented) in Packings Not Over 3 kg imports of $17.9M in April 2026 ran 17% above the year-to-date monthly average of $15.2M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRetail and foodservice-ready green tea in consumer or small-trade packaging of 3 kg or less is the commercial form covered here, with the US tariff schedule further dividing shipments by organic certification and flavoring status across lines including 0902101015, 0902101050, 0902109015, and 0902109050. Japan leads import supply under this heading, reflecting strong US consumer demand for Japanese-style green teas such as matcha, sencha, and gyokuro, which command premium positioning in specialty retail. China is also a significant source. FDA reviews all imported tea at entry, and pesticide residue compliance — particularly for teas from certain origins — is a recurring admissibility concern that importers should address through pre-shipment testing.
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Matcha — finely milled green tea powder — classifies under heading 0902 as green tea (not fermented) provided it has not been mixed with other ingredients. If packaged in retail containers of 3 kg or less, it falls under 090210 lines such as 0902109015 (organic) or 0902109050 (non-organic, not flavored). Matcha blended with sugar, milk powder, or other ingredients may shift classification to Chapter 21 as a food preparation, so the ingredient declaration is critical.
The FDA enforces pesticide tolerances established by the EPA for imported tea. Green tea, particularly from certain Asian origins, has historically been flagged for residues of pesticides not registered for use in the US, which can trigger detention without physical examination (DWPE) for repeat violators. Importers are advised to obtain pre-shipment residue testing from accredited laboratories and review FDA's Import Alert list for any applicable alerts on their supplier or country of origin.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0902109050 | GREEN TEA IN PACKS LT=3KG NOT ORGANIC NOT FLAVORED | $10.6M | 8.74% | $73K |
| 0902109015 | GREEN TEA, ORGANIC, IN PACKS LT=3 KG, NOT FLAVORED | $4.8M | 8.42% | $16K |
| 0902101050 | GREEN TEA FLAVORED IN PACKINGS LT=3 KG NOT ORGANIC | $2.4M | 8.05% | $111K |
| 0902101015 | GREEN TEA, ORGANIC, FLAVORED, IN PACKINGS LT=3 KG | $125K | 10.69% | $8K |
GREEN TEA IN PACKS LT=3KG NOT ORGANIC NOT FLAVORED
GREEN TEA, ORGANIC, IN PACKS LT=3 KG, NOT FLAVORED
GREEN TEA FLAVORED IN PACKINGS LT=3 KG NOT ORGANIC
GREEN TEA, ORGANIC, FLAVORED, IN PACKINGS LT=3 KG
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0902100000 | GREEN TEA (NOT FERMENTED) IN PACKINGS LT=3KG | $2.4M |
GREEN TEA (NOT FERMENTED) IN PACKINGS LT=3KG
627.3K kg
COFFEE, NOT ROASTED, NOT DECAFFEINATED
HS 090111
COFFEE, ROASTED, NOT DECAFFEINATED
HS 090121
COFFEE, NOT ROASTED, DECAFFEINATED
HS 090112
PEPPER OF GENUS PIPER, NEITHER CRUSHED NOR GROUND
HS 090411
CAPSICUM/PEPPERS, PIMENTA/ALLSPICE, CRUSHED/GROUND
HS 090422
PEPPER OF THE GENUS PIPER, CRUSHED OR GROUND
HS 090412
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $8.4M | $499K | -$7.9M |
| New York | $2.0M | $111K | -$1.9M |
| Washington | $737K | $760K | +$23K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $6.1M | $152K | -$5.9M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $2.1M | -- | -$2.1M |
| CLEVELAND, OH | $1.7M | $9K | -$1.7M |