Fresh Cultivated Asian Ginseng Roots from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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