Dormant Tulip Bulbs - Red Emperor Variety from China
Dormant tulip bulbs of the Red Emperor variety, supplied by nursery gardeners for planting in gardens or containers. These bulbs are in a resting state, not in growth or flower, fitting HTS 0601.10.15.00 as dormant tulip bulbs for ornamental use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify bulbs are dormant and free from soil or pests; obtain phytosanitary certificates to comply with USDA APHIS regulations
• Label packages clearly with botanical name, variety, and dormant status to avoid misclassification during customs inspection
• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient cooling documentation, as tulips require specific storage conditions for viability