Bleached Bear Grass from China
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.
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
• 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