Live Venus Flytrap (Dionaea muscipula) from Germany
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.
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
• Use distilled water media; soil shipments often scrutinized for acidity requirements
• APHIS permits essential; declare as carnivorous to flag for specialized inspection
• Ship dormant in winter to reduce stress and mortality claims at entry