Ornamental Lotus Rhizomes from China
Nelumbo nucifera lotus rhizomes in growth for pond ornamental planting, nursery supplied. Classifies under HTS 0601.20.90.00 as aquatic ornamental rhizomes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21.4%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Keep rhizomes submerged in water packaging to sustain viability
• Check invasive species restrictions in import country
• Declare aquatic ornamental use explicitly on paperwork