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U.S. imports of maté (SITC 07431) totaled $948K in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Importers of Maté paid $32K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $321K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Maté imports of $948K in April 2026 ran 43% above the year-to-date monthly average of $663K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataMaté — the dried, often smoked leaves of Ilex paraguariensis — occupies its own SITC heading distinct from conventional tea, reflecting its unique botanical origin and South American cultural significance. As a food product entering the US, it is subject to FDA oversight, including prior notice requirements and potential examination for pesticide residues and labeling compliance. The beverage ingredient market for maté has grown alongside energy-drink formulations, making accurate classification between whole-leaf maté and maté-based preparations commercially important.
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Yes. Maté has its own dedicated SITC heading (07431) and corresponding HTS provisions, separate from black, green, or oolong tea. This distinction matters for duty calculation and for ensuring the correct FDA product code is used when filing entry.
Importers must file FDA prior notice for all food shipments, provide a commercial invoice with accurate botanical description and country of origin, and be prepared to submit phytosanitary certificates if APHIS requires them for the plant-derived material. Consult a licensed customs broker or the relevant agency for current admissibility requirements.
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