Can I import teabags into the United States? [duplicate]

I'm going to the US through SFO from Europe (Germany to France to US) and would like to bring loose teabags of British Yorkshire Tea. They are not packed like they were for sales, but rather in Tupperware because I buy them in big boxes. This might look a little suspicious I believe, and I don't want to get in trouble.

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Can you bring tea bags into USA?

Yes, the United States generally allows travelers to bring commercially packaged tea bags and loose tea leaves (ready to be boiled, steeped, or microwaved in liquid) into the U.S. when arriving on a flight from a foreign country. Teas that contain coca, barberry, and loose citrus leaves are prohibited.

Can you repeat a tea bag?

A tea bag can be reused one or two times. After that, it's spent. Reusing green or white tea works better than darker blends. I usually reuse Orange Pekoe tea bags because I use two bags in one cup: I like strong milk tea in the mornings, with milk, no sugar.

Can I take tea bags from UK to US?

Travelers are permitted to bring without restriction any quantity of products composed solely of tea leaves (Camellia sinensis: includes black tea, green tea, oolong, dark tea, white tea, yellow tea). As with all agricultural products, you must declare the product at entry.

Can I send tea leaves to USA?

There are no restrictions on the importation of coffee, tea or spices for personal use, although they may be subject to Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspections if a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Officer suspects contamination or insect infestation of ...

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