Fresh Boston Fern Fronds from China
Fresh fronds from the Boston fern (Nephrolepis exaltata), harvested without flowers or buds, ideal for bouquets and ornamental decorations. Classified under HTS 0604.20.00.70 as fresh ferns, other, suitable for floral arrangements due to their lush, feathery appearance. These are commonly supplied by nursery gardeners for indoor and event decor.
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
• Verify freshness upon import with phytosanitary certificates to comply with USDA APHIS regulations for plant materials
• Ensure proper labeling indicating species and origin to avoid misclassification as protected flora
• Inspect for pests during customs; common pitfall is inadequate fumigation leading to quarantines