Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae: Bahamas import duty
Heading 1212 covers locust beans, seaweeds and other algae. The most common rate is 35% import duty (6 of 7 tariff lines), with rates ranging from 0% to 35%. 1 line is duty-free. Duty is not the whole bill: The Bahamas adds a 1% customs processing fee (minimum $10, maximum $1,500) and 10% VAT on the landed cost.
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Tariff lines under heading 1212
| HS code | Description | Import duty |
|---|---|---|
1212.2100 |
Seaweeds and other algae — Fit for human consumption | Free |
1212.2900 |
Seaweeds and other algae — Other | 35% |
1212.9100 |
Other — Sugar beet | 35% |
1212.9200 |
Other — Locust beans (carob) | 35% |
1212.9300 |
Other — Sugar cane | 35% |
1212.9400 |
Other — Chicory roots | 35% |
1212.9900 |
Other — Other | 35% |
Part of Seeds & Oil Plants (chapter 12), 59 lines in total. You can also search the whole schedule.
Bahamas Tariff Act (schedule version 2026-2027) · 7 lines shown. Lines tagged verified have been individually checked against the current schedule; the rest are as published in the Tariff Act. Rates are import duty only. Final classification and charges are determined by Bahamas Customs.