Licorice Root Extract Powder
A powdered extract derived from the roots of the Glycyrrhiza glabra plant, containing glycyrrhizin and other natural compounds. Classified under HTS 1302.12.00.00 as a pure vegetable extract of licorice, not containing more than 10% sucrose or put up as confectionery.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.8% | +20.0% | 23.8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.8% | +10.0% | 13.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.8% | +10.0% | 13.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing >10% sucrose or put up as confectionery
Chapter note (a) excludes licorice extract exceeding 10% sucrose or prepared as candy from heading 1302.
If mixed with flavors/additives for food use
Blends or flavored preparations fall under food preparations, not pure vegetable extracts.
If formulated as a herbal medicament
Chapter note (g) excludes medicaments of heading 3003 from vegetable saps and extracts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify sucrose content is ≤10% via lab analysis to avoid reclassification to heading 1704
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming it's licorice extract, not a finished food product
• Label clearly as 'not for direct confectionery use' to prevent scrutiny as heading 1704
Related Products under HTS 1302.12.00.00
Glycyrrhizin Licorice Extract 20% Concentrate
A concentrated liquid extract standardized to 20% glycyrrhizin content from licorice root, used in cosmetics and supplements. Falls under HTS 1302.12.00.00 as it is a direct vegetable sap/extract of licorice without medicinal formulation.
Organic Licorice Extract Fluid
USDA-certified organic fluid extract from licorice root, water-based with minimal processing for natural product applications. HTS 1302.12.00.00 applies as a qualifying licorice vegetable extract, unmodified and sucrose-compliant.
Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice Extract (DGL)
Licorice root extract processed to remove most glycyrrhizin, used in digestive supplements. Still classified under HTS 1302.12.00.00 as it remains a licorice vegetable extract, not a full medicament.
Licorice Extract Spray Dried Powder
Spray-dried powder form of licorice root extract for easy handling in food and pharma industries. HTS 1302.12.00.00 covers this as a standard licorice extract product, provided no exclusions apply.
High Purity Licorice Root Tincture
Alcohol-free tincture of licorice root extract at 4:1 concentration ratio for herbal uses. Qualifies for HTS 1302.12.00.00 as a licorice vegetable extract, not alcoholic per chapter 22 exclusion.
Licorice Extract for Tobacco Flavoring
Specialty licorice extract formulated for use in tobacco products as a natural flavorant. HTS 1302.12.00.00 applies to this pure extract of licorice meeting chapter requirements.