Fresh Cut Orchids from Germany
Freshly harvested orchid flowers, cut to stem length suitable for bouquets or ornamental displays in vases. These fall under HTS 0603.19.01.97 as fresh cut flowers of a kind suitable for bouquets, not specified under roses, carnations, chrysanthemums, or lilies. They are commonly supplied by florists for decorative purposes.
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
• Verify freshness upon arrival with phytosanitary certificates from origin to comply with USDA APHIS regulations
• Label shipments clearly as 'fresh cut flowers' to avoid misclassification; include botanical names for customs inspection
• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient cooling during transit, which can lead to rejection due to spoilage