Licorice Root Extract Powder from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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