Fresh Aralia Sprigs for Ornamental Use from China
Small fresh sprigs of Aralia foliage, prepared for immediate use in bouquets, wreaths, or table centerpieces. Meets HTS 0604.20.00.05 criteria as fresh Aralia parts without flowers or buds, suitable for ornamental purposes per chapter notes. Commonly used by florists for decorative arrangements.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
• Inspect for flower buds before export; even trace amounts require reclassification to 0603
• Provide origin certificates proving nursery-grown status to qualify under Chapter 6 definitions
• Budget for potential fumigation costs at port if pests detected on fresh plant material