Fresh Leatherleaf Fern Fronds from Japan
Fresh leatherleaf fern (Rumohra adiantiformis) fronds, spore-free and budless, a filler green staple in bouquets. Fits HTS 0604.20.0086 as fresh ornamental fern parts from florists.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• APHIS permit mandatory for ferns due to quarantine pests
• Specify 'cut fresh fronds, no reproductive parts' in documentation
• Monitor for fern scale insects to avoid rejection