Live Hydrangea Bushes with Soil Roots from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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