Fresh Wild Ginseng Roots from Japan
Freshly harvested wild Panax quinquefolius roots from North American forests, valued for higher ginsenoside content in pharmacy. HTS 1211.20.10 covers fresh ginseng roots used primarily for medicinal purposes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Mandatory CITES documentation for wild-harvested ginseng; include harvest tags from exporters
• Refrigerate during transit (2-8°C) to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage claims
• Separate wild from cultivated in declarations to avoid duty rate disputes