Fresh Cultivated Asian Ginseng Roots
Fresh roots of cultivated Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng), used primarily in pharmacy for adaptogenic properties and immune support. Falls under HTS 1211.20.1020 as cultivated, fresh ginseng roots for medicinal purposes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If marketed as fresh vegetable
Fresh ginseng roots for food consumption may classify as other edible roots.
If wild harvested
Wild ginseng roots have separate subheading due to endangered status and higher value.
If sliced and dried for spice use
Processed into spice form shifts to Chapter 9 for condiments.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Maintain cold chain documentation for fresh roots to prevent spoilage claims at entry
• Include grower certificates proving field-cultivated origin to distinguish from wild
• Avoid mixing with wild ginseng in shipments to prevent reclassification and penalties
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Cultivated American Ginseng Roots Dried
Dried roots of cultivated American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius), harvested and processed for use in herbal supplements and traditional medicine. Classified under HTS 1211.20.1020 as cultivated ginseng roots, fresh or dried, primarily for pharmaceutical purposes due to their ginsenoside content.
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.
Powdered Cultivated Ginseng Root
Fine powder from dried cultivated ginseng roots, used in capsules for pharmaceutical applications. Classified under HTS 1211.20.1020 as powdered cultivated ginseng roots for perfumery/pharmacy.
Chilled Cultivated Ginseng Roots
Freshly harvested cultivated ginseng roots stored chilled for preservation, destined for pharmaceutical extraction. HTS 1211.20.1020 covers chilled cultivated ginseng roots used primarily in pharmacy.
Cultivated Ginseng Root Segments Dried
Dried segments from main taproots of cultivated ginseng, valued for higher ginsenoside concentration in pharmacy. Fits HTS 1211.20.1020 for cut/crushed dried cultivated ginseng roots.
Organic Cultivated Dried Ginseng Roots
Certified organic dried roots from cultivated ginseng fields, free of synthetic pesticides for premium pharmacy use. HTS 1211.20.1020 for cultivated dried ginseng roots in perfumery/pharmacy.