Live Lucky Bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana) from Germany
Live lucky bamboo stalks, often grown hydroponically with roots, supplied by florists for ornamental desk or home decor in vases. Classified under HTS 0602.90.90 as other live plants commonly used for indoor ornamental purposes. It symbolizes good fortune in many cultures.
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
• Include detailed botanical identification on invoices as Dracaena sanderiana to distinguish from true bamboo species
• Comply with USDA soil import restrictions; lucky bamboo often ships without soil to facilitate entry
• Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring plants arrive alive; dead plants may be reclassified or destroyed at port