Dried Valerian Root from Japan
Dried rhizomes and roots of Valeriana officinalis, employed in pharmacy for sedative and anxiolytic effects in sleep aids. Falls under HTS 1211.90.89.31 as a dried plant part with anesthetic/therapeutic properties used principally in medicaments, per heading 1211 provisions.
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
• Provide documentation on valerenic acid content for therapeutic claims; avoid contamination with heavy metals common in root imports
• Comply with DSHEA labeling for dietary supplement ingredients