Paphiopedilum Orchid Plant (Lady's Slipper) from China
Paphiopedilum, or lady's slipper orchids, are terrestrial herbaceous perennials with pouch-shaped flowers, supplied for ornamental collections. This live plant qualifies under HTS 0602.90.20.00 as orchids. They adapt well to terrariums with moderate light.
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
• Ensure APHIS pre-clearance for slipper orchids due to strict fungal disease controls
• Document potting substrate origin to comply with soil import bans