Dried Unroasted Chicory Roots from Germany
Dried roots of Cichorium intybus sativum, commonly known as chicory roots, harvested and dried for use in food production. Classified under HTS 1212.94.00.00 as unroasted chicory roots of a kind used primarily for human consumption, fitting the chapter's scope for vegetable products not elsewhere specified.
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
• Verify roots are unroasted Cichorium intybus sativum variety via botanical certification to avoid reclassification
• Provide documentation on intended human consumption use, such as for coffee substitutes, to confirm Chapter 12 eligibility
• Watch for moisture content; excessive drying may lead to scrutiny as processed goods under Chapter 21