Valerian Root Extract 4:1

4:1 concentrated extract from Valeriana officinalis roots, containing valerenic acids for mild sedative effects. Falls under 1302.19.4140 as therapeutic vegetable extract, not pharmaceutical dosage form.

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.

1302.19Same rate: 18.5%

If modified as mucilage/thickener

Valerian is sedative extract, not pectic mucilage.

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 18.5%

If GMP manufactured for OTC sleep aid

Pharmaceutical-grade standardization becomes Chapter 30.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 18.5%

If dried crude root

Pre-extraction plant material.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify valepotriate-free processing to avoid pyrrolizidine alkaloid concerns

European (Hungary/Poland) origin common; provide EMA-compliant COA