1211.20.10/Dried Red Ginseng Roots/Japan

Dried Red Ginseng Roots from Japan

Steamed and dried Panax ginseng roots turned reddish-brown through traditional processing, enhancing therapeutic properties for pharmacy. Remains under HTS 1211.20.10 as dried ginseng roots not further manufactured.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Document steaming process to distinguish from raw dried roots if questioned on valuation

• Use vacuum packaging to preserve quality and meet phytosanitary standards

• Beware of origin marking; 'red ginseng' often implies Korean origin affecting quotas