Fresh Leather Leaf Fern Fronds from Japan
Fresh leather leaf fern fronds (Rumohra adiantiformis) are harvested without flowers or buds, featuring glossy, leathery dark green leaves ideal for floral arrangements. Classified under HTS 0604.20.00.65 as fresh ferns suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, supplied by nursery gardeners or florists. They provide long-lasting foliage filler in fresh flower designs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country to verify pest-free status, required for all fresh plant materials
• Declare exact species (Rumohra adiantiformis) and freshness state on customs entry to avoid reclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls like inadequate cooling during transit, which can cause wilting and rejection at inspection