Fresh Aspidistra Leaves

Long, broad, glossy green leaves from the Aspidistra elatior plant, harvested fresh for ornamental use in floral arrangements and bouquets. These leaves are classified under HTS 0604.20.00.11 as fresh foliage suitable for decorative purposes without flowers or buds, commonly supplied by florists. They provide durable, elegant filler in mixed bouquets due to their resilience.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0604.90Lower: 17% vs 17.5%

If dried, dyed, bleached, or otherwise prepared

Dried or processed Aspidistra leaves move out of the fresh subheading into the 'other' prepared foliage category.

0604.20.00Same rate: 17.5%

If fresh but not specifically Aspidistra, such as other leafy foliage

Non-Aspidistra fresh foliage like monstera or ferns falls under the basket provision excluding named species.

0603Lower: 14% vs 17.5%

If cut fresh with flowers or buds attached

Presence of flowers or buds reclassifies to cut flowers and buds heading, excluding pure foliage.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify plant health certificates from origin to comply with USDA APHIS regulations for fresh plant material entry

β€’ Ensure proper phytosanitary documentation declaring no pests or diseases, as Aspidistra is susceptible to fungal issues

β€’ Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as dried foliage, which shifts to other subheadings and alters duties