Dried Ginseng Root Slices from China
Thinly sliced and sun-dried ginseng roots (Panax spp.) for easier brewing in teas or tinctures, primarily pharmaceutical use. Classified as dried ginseng roots under HTS 1211.20.10.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify slice thickness in invoices; thicker pieces may face scrutiny as whole roots
• Provide drying method documentation (sun/air) to confirm not steamed/red variety
• Package in food-grade moisture-proof bags to prevent rehydration during shipping