Fresh Cymbidium Orchid Blooms from China
Cymbidium orchids feature elegant, long-lasting fresh cut flowers with waxy petals, commonly used in high-end bouquets or ornamental centerpieces. HTS 0603.13.00 covers these fresh orchids supplied by nursery gardeners for decorative purposes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.9%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Obtain APHIS import permits for orchids from non-quarantined countries to ensure compliance
• Document chain of custody from farm to port to prove freshness and avoid duty disputes
• Watch for misdeclaration as roses or lilies, which have different rates under other 0603 subheadings