Fresh Cut Protea from China

Striking fresh protea flowers with unique pinwheel petals, cut for exotic bouquets and ornamental use. Classified HTS 0603.19.01.97 as other fresh cut flowers from florists. South African origin staple for high-end decor.

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

Comply with CITES if involving protected protea species; obtain export permits

Waterpack shipping boxes essential for long-haul voyages to prevent dehydration

Avoid generic 'exotic flowers' description; specify genus for accurate HTS application