Fresh Grand Fir Christmas Tree

Fresh Grand Fir (Abies grandis) trees with soft needles and citrus-like scent, cut for Christmas decoration. This HTS 0604.20.00.40 covers fresh fir except Douglas fir as ornamental evergreens from nursery suppliers. Used in bouquets, wreaths, or standalone holiday displays.

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 mosses or lichens attached for sale

Inclusion of mosses/lichens as principal components shifts to that specific subheading.

0602.90.20Same rate: 17.5%

If live potted rather than cut

Live trees for planting classify in heading 0602, not cut ornamental goods.

0604Same rate: 17.5%

If impregnated for longer shelf life

Impregnated or otherwise prepared fir trees move out of the fresh category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide harvest date and origin documentation to prove freshness status at import

β€’ Avoid bundling with non-evergreen parts to prevent set classification issues

β€’ Check for regional restrictions on fir imports due to potential pine beetle infestations

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