Live Hydrangea Bushes with Soil Roots from Germany
Ornamental hydrangea plants with large blooms, sourced from florists/nurseries for garden planting, retaining soil on roots during import. HTS 0602.90.60 applies to these nesoi live plants with soil, aligning with chapter scope for ornamental use excluding Chapter 7 vegetables.
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
• Ensure phytosanitary cert addresses hydrangea-specific pests like boxwood blight analogs
• Calculate duties based on pot+soil weight; over-declaring invites audits
• Pair with soil treatment affidavits to expedite USDA release