Panax Ginseng Root Extract from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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