Fresh Concolor Fir Holiday Tree

Fresh Concolor Fir (Abies concolor) trees with long, soft blue-silver needles for premium Christmas displays. HTS 0604.20.00.40 applies to these fresh evergreen firs except Douglas fir, prepared for ornamental purposes by florists. Excellent for extended indoor use.

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 sold with decorative moss base

Moss as a key component for ornamental sale changes the principal classification.

0603.12Lower: 16.4% vs 17.5%

If flower buds naturally present

Any flower buds exclude it from 0604, moving to heading 0603 foliage.

0604Same rate: 17.5%

If dried post-import but declared fresh

Condition at time of import determines fresh vs. dried heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Secure CITES documentation if from protected fir stands, though most are exempt

β€’ Package to prevent needle drop during ocean freight, maintaining commercial value

β€’ Cross-check with Chapter 6 notes excluding Chapter 7 products like onions

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