Fresh Salal Leaves Bunches from Japan
Bunches of fresh salal (Gaultheria shallon) evergreen leaves, popular in Pacific Northwest floral designs for texture. HTS 0604.20.00 applies to these fresh, flowerless branches for bouquet use.
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
• Include detailed botanical identification on invoices to prevent confusion with similar greens
• Use ventilated crates for air shipment to preserve freshness; declare net weight accurately
• Beware of seasonal quotas or restrictions from exporting countries like Canada