Frozen Wild American Ginseng Roots from Japan
Flash-frozen wild American ginseng roots to preserve bioactives for later pharmaceutical extraction. Freezing prevents decay during long transits, and the product is a frozen plant part of a kind used primarily in pharmacy, falling under tariff item 1211.20.90.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Maintain a consistent frozen state (-18°C or below) and provide temperature records to CBSA if requested
• Check CITES requirements for wild American ginseng, as permits may be required
• Declare the product as 'frozen wild ginseng roots' to align with the tariff item description