Fresh Douglas Fir Christmas Tree from Japan
Fresh-cut Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) trees with soft, dark green needles, popular for their fullness and scent in Christmas displays. HTS 0604.20.00.60 covers these as other fresh evergreen Christmas trees for ornamental purposes by nursery suppliers. Not including potted live trees.
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
• Comply with fumigation requirements for wood-borne pests; provide botanical name on invoices
• Separate from mosses or lichens to maintain classification
• Use ventilated packaging to prevent mold during ocean freight