Fresh Cultivated Ginseng Roots from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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