Potted Meyer Lemon Tree (Citrus × meyeri) from China
A grafted potted Meyer lemon tree for indoor/outdoor ornamental use, bearing edible lemons. Falls under HTS 0602.20.00.00 as a live tree producing edible fruit, commonly sold by nurseries for planting or decoration.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
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
• Citrus trees need APHIS import permit and often cold treatment for Mediterranean fruit fly
• Prohibited from certain origins like China due to citrus canker; check Federal Register updates
• Ensure pots are free of prohibited soil or growing media