Fresh Eucalyptus Branches from Germany
Long stems of fresh eucalyptus leaves without flowers or buds, sourced from nurseries for decorative use in bouquets and floral arrangements. Classified under HTS 0604.20.0086 as fresh foliage suitable for ornamental purposes, meeting Chapter 6 criteria for plant parts supplied by florists.
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
• Verify freshness upon import with phytosanitary certificates to comply with USDA APHIS regulations for plant materials
• Label as 'fresh ornamental foliage' to avoid misclassification as cut Christmas trees under 0604.10
• Avoid common pitfalls like exceeding quarantine periods which can lead to destruction at port