Cattleya Orchid Plant from Japan
Cattleya orchids, the 'queen of orchids,' are epiphytic herbaceous perennials grown for their showy, ruffled blooms in corsages and ornamental pots. HTS 0602.90.20.00 designates these live rooted plants from nurseries. They prefer shaded, humid conditions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label with hybrid registration if applicable, aiding customs in species verification
• Monitor for scale insects, requiring pre-shipment treatments
• Import in vegetative state only if intending live plant status