Preserved Fern Fronds
Preserved fern fronds, delicate and evergreen, are used in bouquets and table garlands. As foliage prepared for ornamental use, they fall under tariff item 0604.90.90, covering other prepared plant parts without flowers or buds.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8% | — | 8% |
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CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY: CFIA All Programs requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 0601101100–0604909000).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fern is classified as a grass
Ferns are not grasses, but if deemed grass-like, this sibling item may apply.
If the fern is fresh, not preserved
Fresh fern fronds would fall under the fresh foliage heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the preservation method is safe and compliant; CBSA may check for chemical residues
• Keep documentation of the preservation process to support classification under 0604.90.90
• Check CFIA for any restrictions on preserved plant materials
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Bleached Ruscus Leaves
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Bleached Wheat Grass Bundles
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Bleached Wheat Stalks
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