Panax Ginseng Root Extract from Germany
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.
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
• 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