Fresh Grand Fir Christmas Tree from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide harvest date and origin documentation to prove freshness status at import
• Avoid bundling with non-evergreen parts to prevent set classification issues
• Check for regional restrictions on fir imports due to potential pine beetle infestations