Dried Ginger Rhizome from Germany
Dried rhizomes of Zingiber officinale used pharmaceutically for anti-inflammatory and digestive therapeutic properties. HTS 1211.90.89.31 applies to this dried plant part principally incorporated as an ingredient in medicaments, distinguishing from spice uses in chapter 9.
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
• Test for gingerol content to substantiate therapeutic use; ensure USP-grade purity to prevent reclassification
• Declare pharmaceutical intent to avoid spice duties