Live Rhododendron Shrub with Soil from China
An evergreen Rhododendron shrub provided by florists and nurseries for ornamental garden use, featuring soil attached to roots to preserve the root ball. Classified under HTS 0602.90.60.10 for shrubs with soil, excluding those in pots or bare-root.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21.9%
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
• Comply with APHIS regulations in the US by filing PPQ 585 permit applications well in advance
• Inspect for soil-borne nematodes; fumigation may be required if detected upon arrival
• Document nursery source and treatment history to avoid quarantine holds at ports