Fresh Nordmann Fir Christmas Tree from China
Fresh Nordmann Fir (Abies nordmanniana) trees with dark green, shiny needles and excellent needle retention, favored for commercial Christmas displays. HTS 0604.20.00.60 designates these as other fresh evergreen Christmas trees for ornamental bouquets or purposes. Sourced from nursery growers.
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
• Secure PPQ 585 permit for conifer imports; declare exact height and trunk diameter
• Prevent cross-contamination with flower buds
• Use climate-controlled reefer ships for long-haul imports