Dried Cultivated Ginseng Slices

Thinly sliced and dried roots from cultivated ginseng plants, prepared for teas and tinctures in pharmacy. HTS 1211.20.1020 applies to cultivated ginseng roots in dried form, cut or powdered for medicinal use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 35%

If from mint or other listed herbs

Heading 1211 specifies ginseng roots separately from other herbal parts.

2008.99Lower: 16% vs 35%

If preserved by sugar or vinegar

Preserved ginseng becomes fruit/nut preparations.

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 35%

If medicated or mixed with pharmaceuticals

Medicinal preparations of Chapter 30 supersede raw plant materials.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label slices by thickness and drying method to support tariff classification

Test for contaminants like heavy metals common in root crops

Use vacuum packaging to preserve quality and avoid weight disputes

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