0602.90.60/Live Rhododendron Shrubs with Soil/Mexico

Live Rhododendron Shrubs with Soil from Mexico

Live rhododendron plants, commonly supplied by nursery gardeners for ornamental landscaping, imported with soil attached to their roots to preserve viability during transit. This classification under HTS 0602.90.60 applies specifically to live plants (nesoi) that retain soil on roots, distinguishing them from bare-root specimens. They are intended for planting in gardens or as decorative elements.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

11.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Obtain a USDA PPQ 526 permit prior to importation and ensure phytosanitary certificate confirms soil is free of regulated pests

• Declare soil volume accurately on entry documents; exceeding limits may trigger APHIS inspection or quarantine

• Avoid common pitfalls like misclassifying as bare-root (0602.90.20) which has different duties and fewer restrictions