Fresh Old Man's Beard Lichen from Germany
Usnea barbata, or old man's beard, is a fresh hanging lichen prized for dramatic cascade effects in floral arches, centerpieces, and woodland installations. It meets HTS 0604.20.00.72 specifications for fresh ornamental lichens per chapter florist-supplied goods definition.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for heavy metal contamination common in wild-harvested Usnea species
• Use protective packaging to prevent fragmentation during transit
• Document ornamental intent to distinguish from medicinal imports