Panax Ginseng Root Extract

A concentrated aqueous extract derived from the roots of Panax ginseng, used in dietary supplements for its adaptogenic properties. Classified under HTS 1302.19.4140 as a vegetable extract of ginseng with therapeutic properties, not qualifying as a medicament under heading 3003 or 3004.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1%+17.5%18.5%
🇲🇽Mexico1%+10.0%11%
🇨🇦Canada1%+10.0%11%
🇩🇪Germany1%+10.0%11%
🇯🇵Japan1%+10.0%11%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 18.5%

If unprocessed or crude roots rather than extracted

Dried ginseng roots are plants used in perfumery, pharmacy or similar purposes under 1211, not concentrated extracts.

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 18.5%

If standardized and labeled as a finished medicinal product

Extracts mixed or compounded with excipients for therapeutic use become medicaments, shifting from Chapter 13.

2106.90.99Lower: 13.9% vs 18.5%

If formulated into food supplements with additives like vitamins

When prepared as formulated food supplements, they fall under 2106 rather than pure vegetable extracts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain Certificates of Analysis (COA) confirming saponin content and absence of pharmaceutical standardization to avoid reclassification as medicaments (3003/3004)

Label clearly as 'vegetable extract' without therapeutic claims on commercial invoices to comply with FDA import alerts for unapproved drugs