Reindeer Moss
Reindeer moss (Cladonia rangiferina) is a lichen commonly harvested from northern forests and prepared by dyeing or bleaching for decorative use in floral arrangements and holiday wreaths. It falls under HTS 0604.90.10.00 as a lichen suitable for ornamental purposes, often dried and preserved to maintain its branching structure.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If artificially colored or chemically treated beyond simple dyeing
Heavily impregnated or preserved mosses may shift to subheadings for more processed ornamental plant materials.
If sold in bulk for industrial crafting rather than bouquets
Non-ornamental or propagation uses fall under 'other' foliage, excluding bouquet-suitable preparations.
If unprocessed and intended for medicinal or extract production
Raw mosses and lichens without ornamental preparation are classified as plants used in perfumery or pharmacy.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify CITES permits if sourced from protected habitats, as some lichens require documentation for endangered species compliance
• Include certificates of preparation (dyeing/bleaching) to distinguish from raw natural products under Chapter 6 exclusions
• Avoid misclassification as Chapter 7 products by providing evidence of ornamental end-use rather than agricultural propagation
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Preserved Spanish Moss
Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides) is an epiphytic lichen-like plant dried and preserved for use in rustic centerpieces, garlands, and wedding decor. Classified under HTS 0604.90.10.00 due to its preparation for ornamental purposes in bouquets and similar arrangements.
Bleached Sheet Moss
Sheet moss (Hypnum curvifolium) is bleached to a uniform white or light green for use in terrariums, fairy gardens, and floral wreaths as a base layer. It qualifies for HTS 0604.90.10.00 as a prepared moss for ornamental bouquet and decorative applications.
Dyed Icelandic Lichen
Icelandic lichen (Cetraria islandica) is dyed in vibrant colors for crafting into holiday ornaments, table centerpieces, and bouquet fillers. Under HTS 0604.90.10.00 for its preparation as an ornamental lichen suitable for floral compositions.
Preserved Mood Moss
Mood moss (Dicranum scoparium) is glycerin-preserved to retain its lush, wavy texture for high-end floral designs, topiaries, and wall art. It is classified in HTS 0604.90.10.00 as an impregnated moss for ornamental purposes.
Natural Cushion Moss
Cushion moss (Leucobryum glaucum) is gently dried and cleaned for miniature landscapes, model railroads, and bouquet bases without chemical alteration. Falls under HTS 0604.90.10.00 as dried moss prepared for ornamental use.
Forest Lichen Mix
A blend of old man's beard and pixie cup lichens, dried and sorted for rustic wreaths, swags, and ornamental baskets. HTS 0604.90.10.00 covers this prepared lichen assortment for bouquet applications.