Whole Peruvian Ginger Roots from China

Intact, air-dried ginger roots from Peru, neither crushed nor ground, prized for their mild flavor in gourmet cooking. Classified under HTS 0910.11.0015 as 'other' neither crushed nor ground ginger, excluding the primary Chinese ginger category.

Duty Rate — China → United States

7.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Obtain certificate of origin to distinguish from Chinese ginger and secure correct statistical suffix

Declare moisture content to prevent reclassification as a fresh vegetable under Chapter 7

Package in breathable containers to maintain quality during transit and avoid mold issues flagged by USDA inspectors