Fresh American Ginseng Roots from Mexico
Fresh roots of Panax quinquefolius, harvested and used primarily in herbal medicine for their adaptogenic properties. Classified under HTS 1211.20.10 as fresh ginseng roots for pharmacy or perfumery purposes, not processed into medicaments.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Verify CITES Appendix II listing for wild American ginseng; obtain export permits from source country
• Provide FDA prior notice and ensure roots are clean, free from soil to avoid agricultural quarantine issues
• Label as 'not for direct consumption' to prevent misclassification as food under Chapter 7