Live African Violet (Saintpaulia ionantha)

Potted live African violet plant with roots, a staple from florists for windowsill ornamental growing. HTS 0602.90.90 for other such nursery-supplied live plants. Produces fuzzy leaves and prolific blooms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4.8%+17.5%22.3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4.8%+10.0%14.8%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0602.90.20Lower: 17.5% vs 22.3%

If leaf cuttings for propagation

Violet leaf cuttings classify as slips earlier in 0602.

0603.13.00Higher: 23.9% vs 22.3%

If cut flowers without roots

Fresh cut violets for bouquets under 0603 per chapter notes.

0604Lower: 17% vs 22.3%

If bare rhizomes imported for planting

Rhizome-focused imports shift to heading 0604.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Maintain 70-80Β°F during transit; cold damage common in violets

β€’ Species labeling (Saintpaulia ionantha) prevents generic 'houseplant' undervaluation

β€’ Check for cyclamen mite; clean plants reduce rejection risk

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