Ephedra Intermedia Root Extract from China
Concentrated extract from roots of Ephedra intermedia, rich in polysaccharide mucilages and alkaloids. Classified under 1302.14.0100 for ephedra-derived vegetable saps and extracts. Used in cosmetics and herbal teas.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21%
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
• Specify plant part (root) and extraction solvent in commercial invoice
• Ensure no essential oil fractionation to avoid Chapter 33 classification
• Bulk packaging prevents retail medicaments classification