Fresh Areca Palm Leaves from Germany
Vibrant green leaves from Areca catechu palms, cut fresh for use in floral bouquets and event decorations. Classified under HTS 0604.20.00.78 as fresh, other palm foliage suitable for ornamental purposes without flowers.
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
• Obtain import permits from APHIS for fresh plant parts to prevent pest introduction
• Document origin and treatment status to differentiate from preserved foliage
• Inspect for flower buds during harvest to maintain classification under 0604.20