Dried Red Ginseng Roots from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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