Salep Orchid Root Powder

Powder from dried tubers of orchid species (Orchis spp.), used in traditional desserts and beverages. Classified under HTS 1404.90.90 as unspecified vegetable products from roots.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

1302.19Lower: 10% vs 25%

If extracted as a vegetable juice or mucilage

Orchid tuber extracts qualify as other vegetable extracts in 1302.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 25%

If for medicinal herbal use

Pharmaceutical plants like medicinal orchids go to 1211.

2106.90.44.00Lower: 17.5% vs 25%

If pre-mixed as a food preparation

Compound food preparations containing salep classify in Chapter 21.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• CITES permits may be needed if from protected orchid species

• DNA testing documentation to verify botanical source

• Avoid adulteration claims by testing for pure orchid content