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SITCSection 2
U.S. imports of ginseng roots (SITC 29242) totaled $1.1M in April 2026, traded with 6 countries.
Importers of Ginseng Roots paid $33K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $294K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Ginseng Roots imports of $1.1M in April 2026 ran 40% above the year-to-date monthly average of $779K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataGinseng roots — both Asian varieties (Panax ginseng) and American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) — are widely traded as botanical ingredients for dietary supplements, traditional medicine, and functional food products. American ginseng is listed under CITES Appendix II, meaning exports from the United States and imports into the US require valid CITES permits to verify that trade does not threaten wild populations. Imported ginseng roots destined for dietary supplement use are subject to FDA oversight, and labeling, adulteration, and good manufacturing practice requirements apply downstream. Buyers should confirm whether roots are wild-harvested or cultivated, as this distinction affects CITES documentation requirements and market value.
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Panax quinquefolius (American ginseng) is listed on CITES Appendix II because of concerns about overharvesting of wild populations. Both exports from the US and imports of American ginseng require CITES permits, and the US Fish & Wildlife Service administers the domestic permitting process. Wild-harvested roots face stricter documentation requirements than cultivated material.
Ginseng roots used as dietary supplement ingredients fall under FDA's authority over dietary supplements and botanical ingredients. Importers must ensure the product is not adulterated or misbranded, and domestic manufacturers using the roots must comply with FDA's Current Good Manufacturing Practice regulations for dietary supplements. Prior notice of importation is also required for food and supplement ingredients.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $792K | $12K | -$781K |
| HONG KONG | -- | $632K | +$632K |
| TAIWAN | $276K | $51K | -$225K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | -- | $109K | +$109K |
| CHINA | $15K | -- | -$15K |
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