Pre-Sprouted Lily of the Valley Pips from China
Pre-sprouted lily of the valley pips show early shoot emergence but remain primarily dormant for controlled planting timing. Still under HTS 0601.10.85.00 if declared as dormant pips, as per Chapter 6 notes for nursery goods in growth or flower. Used by florists for guaranteed blooming schedules.
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
• Document exact dormancy stage with photos to avoid reclassification; use ventilated boxes for air circulation; inspect for fungal issues common in damp rhizomes