Live Boxwood Shrub with Soil

Buxus sempervirens shrub, a staple in ornamental hedging supplied by nurserymen, shipped with soil attached to roots for planting integrity. This HTS 0602.90.60.10 classification applies specifically to trees and shrubs with attached soil.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.9%+17.5%19.4%
🇲🇽Mexico1.9%+10.0%11.9%
🇨🇦Canada1.9%+10.0%11.9%
🇩🇪Germany1.9%+10.0%11.9%
🇯🇵Japan1.9%+10.0%11.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0602.90.20.00Lower: 17.5% vs 19.4%

If destined for potting upon import

Plants for forced blooming or pot culture without soil classify differently.

0602.90.90Higher: 22.3% vs 19.4%

If mushroom spawn or unrelated plants

Catch-all for other live plants not fitting specific tree/shrub criteria.

0603Lower: 14% vs 19.4%

If cut greenery for floral use

Cut shrubs or branches for bouquets move to heading 0603.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use ISPM 15 compliant packaging for wood materials around the root ball

Provide evidence of soil origin to meet country-specific quarantine rules

Watch for boxwood blight; include inspection certificates to expedite clearance