Bleached Bear Grass
Xerophyllum tenax grass bleached to a pale ivory color, prized for its linear, ribbon-like strands in modern bouquet designs and wedding arches. This dried and bleached grass is classified under HTS 0604.90.30.00 for ornamental use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If other live nursery plants or bulbs
Live ornamental grasses would fall under Chapter 6 heading for live plants.
If woven into mats or baskets
Processed into basketware or plaiting materials shifts to Chapter 46 for manufactured articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Source from certified growers to ensure species identification, as similar grasses may have different tariff treatments
• Test for bleach residue levels to meet FDA incidental contact standards if used near food displays
• Use moisture-proof packaging to prevent rehydration during ocean transit, which could reclassify as fresh
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Dried Salal Leaves
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