Live Pieris Japonica Bush with Soil from Germany
Ornamental Pieris japonica evergreen shrub with soil on roots, for garden planting by florists. Classified in HTS 0602.90.60.90 as other live plants with soil attached. Aligns with chapter notes for nursery-supplied ornamental goods.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Comply with federal and state noxious weed lists for Pieris species
• Use ventilated containers to prevent root rot during transit with soil
• Avoid reclassification pitfalls by specifying 'live rooted plant with soil' on invoices