Fresh Fraser Fir Christmas Tree from China
A fresh-cut Fraser Fir (Abies fraseri) tree, featuring dense branching and a pleasant fragrance, commonly used as an evergreen Christmas tree for holiday decorations. It falls under HTS 0604.20.00.60 as fresh evergreen foliage suitable for ornamental purposes, specifically other Christmas trees excluding Balsam Fir. Supplied by nursery gardeners for seasonal display in homes or public spaces.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify freshness upon arrival with phytosanitary certificates to comply with USDA APHIS regulations; inspect for pests common in conifers
• Ensure proper documentation of species to avoid reclassification
• Use refrigerated containers to maintain viability during transit