Live Venus Flytrap (Dionaea muscipula)

Live carnivorous Venus flytrap plant in small pot with roots, from nursery growers for exotic ornamental collections. Covered by HTS 0602.90.90 as other live plants for planting or display. Famous for snap-trap mechanism.

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 as bare-root flytrap divisions or slips

Propagation material as cuttings takes precedence in heading order.

0602.90Same rate: 22.3%

If misidentified as chrysanthemum stock

Specific flower provisions earlier; incorrect for carnivores but a pitfall.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 22.3%

If for dried traps used in herbal products

Medicinal plant material moves to Chapter 12, excluding live ornamentals.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Use distilled water media; soil shipments often scrutinized for acidity requirements

β€’ APHIS permits essential; declare as carnivorous to flag for specialized inspection

β€’ Ship dormant in winter to reduce stress and mortality claims at entry

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