Fresh Cultivated Ginseng Roots from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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