Frozen American Ginseng Roots
Panax quinquefolius roots, harvested and frozen to preserve their natural ginsenoside content used primarily in herbal supplements and traditional medicine. Classified under HTS 1211.20.1500 as chilled or frozen ginseng roots for pharmaceutical purposes. The freezing process maintains potency without drying.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | +35.0% | 41% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | +10.0% | 16% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried rather than frozen
Dried ginseng roots fall under the separate subheading for processed forms, changing from fresh/chilled/frozen category.
If extracted into liquid ginseng extract
Liquid extracts of ginseng are classified as vegetable saps and extracts in heading 1302, not crude roots.
If processed into finished herbal medicaments
Mixed or processed into standardized pharmaceutical preparations, they move to Chapter 30 for medicaments.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain CITES export permits from origin countries like Canada or USA as ginseng is regulated; provide lab analysis confirming ginsenoside levels for pharmaceutical classification; ensure cold chain documentation to verify frozen state upon entry
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Frozen Ginseng Root Powder (Frozen Base)
Ginseng roots frozen with minimal powdering before complete freeze, used directly in frozen-form extractions for potency. Still classified under 1211.20.1500 as frozen ginseng roots 'whether or not crushed or powdered' per heading terms.
Chilled Ginseng Root Slices
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