Fresh Cultivated Ginseng Roots
Fresh roots from farmed Panax ginseng or quinquefolius, 4-6 year growth for optimal medicinal compounds. HTS 1211.20.10 applies to all fresh ginseng roots primarily for perfumery/pharmacy use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If marketed as fresh vegetable roots
Fresh edible roots primarily for food use classified under Chapter 7 vegetables.
If not ginseng but other roots like licorice
Heading 1211.90 covers other similar plants excluding specific ginseng subheading.
If US goods returned after cleaning abroad
US-origin ginseng cleaned overseas may qualify for duty-free reimport under 9802.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain farm certificates proving cultivated status to bypass CITES requirements
• Declare ginsenoside content if available for pharmaceutical valuation support
• Inspect for root rot; reject shipments over 5% defect rate per import standards
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