Dried Ginger Rhizome from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for gingerol content to substantiate therapeutic use; ensure USP-grade purity to prevent reclassification
• Declare pharmaceutical intent to avoid spice duties