Fresh Noble Fir Christmas Tree from China
A fresh Noble Fir (Abies procera) Christmas tree known for its sturdy branches and blue-green needles, ideal for holding heavy ornaments. Classified under HTS 0604.20.00.60 as other fresh evergreen Christmas trees supplied by florists for ornamental holiday use. Excludes cut trees prepared beyond fresh state.
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
• Obtain import permits from APHIS for conifer species; label with country of origin and treatment details
• Avoid mixing with flowering branches to prevent misclassification
• Monitor humidity in shipping to prevent needle drop