Fresh Fern Fronds from China
Freshly harvested fern fronds like leatherwood or sword fern, used for filler in bridal bouquets and centerpieces. These flowerless plant parts qualify under HTS 0604.20.00 for fresh ornamental grasses/foliage.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Phytosanitary inspection critical for ferns due to quarantine pests; attach PPQ 585 protocol if required
• Specify 'not for propagation' on docs to stay in ornamental category
• Short shelf life demands expedited shipping; insure against wilting claims