Fresh Aralia Leaves for Bouquets from China
Fresh foliage branches of Aralia plants, harvested specifically for use in floral bouquets and ornamental decorations. These leaves are kept fresh without flowers or buds, fitting HTS 0604.20.00.05 as fresh Aralia suitable for bouquets per Chapter 6 notes. They are commonly supplied by nursery gardeners for decorative purposes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country to verify pest-free status for fresh plant material
• Declare as fresh foliage without flowers; misdeclaration as cut flowers could shift to HTS 0603
• Avoid common pitfalls like inadequate temperature control during shipping to prevent spoilage and rejection