Fresh Asparagus Fern Plumes from China
Soft, feathery fresh plumes from asparagus fern (Asparagus setaceus), though not a true fern, used similarly in ornaments. HTS 0604.20.00.70 captures these as other fresh ferns for bouquets. Adds airy volume to arrangements.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Note botanical distinction but tariff groups as fern-like foliage; specify in docs
• Check for thorns or berries that could trigger flower bud reclassification
• Use ventilated packaging to prevent mold in humid transit conditions