Fresh Coconut Palm Fronds from Japan
Long, feathery fronds from coconut palm trees (Cocos nucifera), harvested fresh for decorative use in tropical arrangements and bouquets. These fall under HTS 0604.20.00.78 as fresh palm foliage without flowers or buds, suitable for ornamental purposes as supplied by nursery gardeners.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify freshness upon import with phytosanitary certificates to comply with USDA APHIS regulations for plant materials
• Label clearly as 'fresh palm fronds for ornamental use' to avoid misclassification as agricultural produce
• Avoid common pitfalls like exceeding quarantine periods by arranging refrigerated shipping for live foliage