Echinacea Purpurea Extract from Japan
Concentrated extract from Echinacea purpurea roots, known for immune-boosting and prophylactic properties against colds. Fits HTS 1302.19.41 as a vegetable extract with therapeutic uses, not a formulated medicament. Popular in natural health supplements.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit HPLC analysis showing active compounds like echinacosides for proper subheading
• Avoid structure/function claims on invoices to prevent FDA deeming as drug
• Bulk import only; retail kits could be sets under different headings