Fresh Grand Fir Christmas Tree from China
Fresh Grand Fir (Abies grandis) Christmas trees boasting silvery undersides on needles and a citrus-like aroma, suited for holiday ornaments. Under HTS 0604.20.00.60 as other fresh evergreen Christmas trees for florist-supplied decorative use. Fresh state only, without further preparation.
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
• Ensure chain-of-custody documentation for traceability; test for invasive species
• Avoid bundling with grasses to prevent heading shift
• Insure against transit damage from needle shedding