Fresh Salal Leaves Branches from Japan
Fresh salal (Gaultheria shallon) branches with leathery green leaves, no flowers, popular in bridal bouquets and garlands. HTS 0604.20.0086 applies to these fresh foliage items for ornamental bouquet use 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
• Use refrigerated shipping to maintain freshness and avoid duty disputes over condition
• Include origin certificates to trace nursery source as required for Chapter 6 goods
• Beware of mislabeling as 'herbs' which could redirect to Chapter 12