Bleached Ruscus Leaves
Flat, sword-like ruscus leaves chemically bleached to a creamy white finish, popular in bridal bouquets and winter floral designs for their elegant texture. Classified under HTS 0604.90.30.00 as bleached parts of plants prepared for ornamental bouquets without flowers.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dyed instead of bleached
Dyed foliage and grasses move to the 'dyed' subheading within the same prepared category.
If cut and assembled into wreaths or similar bouquet articles
Chapter notes include wreaths and bouquets made from such prepared foliage under heading 0603 for mixtures with flowers.
If sold in bulk as vegetable products for non-ornamental crafts
Unprepared or bulk plant parts for industrial or non-floral uses fall under vegetable products in Chapter 14.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide lab analysis or supplier certification detailing the bleaching process to confirm it's not dyed, avoiding reclassification
• Ensure bundles are secured for transport to prevent breakage, as customs may inspect for damage indicating improper preparation
• Declare exact chemical treatments used during bleaching to comply with hazardous materials import rules if applicable
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Dried Eucalyptus Branches
Long-stemmed eucalyptus branches that have been naturally dried to preserve their silvery leaves and aromatic scent, ideal for creating rustic bouquets or decorative arrangements. These fall under HTS 0604.90.30.00 as dried foliage suitable for ornamental purposes without flowers or buds, prepared for bouquet use by nursery suppliers.
Dried Lavender Stems
Stems of lavender naturally dried to retain their gray-green foliage and subtle fragrance, used as filler in everlasting bouquets and potpourri bases. HTS 0604.90.30.00 covers these dried grasses suitable for ornamental purposes without flower buds.
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.
Dried Salal Leaves
Leathery salal (Gaultheria shallon) leaves dried to a deep evergreen hue, commonly used in Pacific Northwest-style bouquets for texture and volume. Falls under HTS 0604.90.30.00 as dried foliage prepared for ornamental bouquets.
Bleached Sword Fern Fronds
Polypodium scouleri fern fronds bleached to soft ecru tones, adding feathery elegance to dried floral installations and garlands. HTS 0604.90.30.00 applies to these bleached plant parts for bouquet and ornamental use.
Dried Pampas Grass
Tall, feathery Cortaderia selloana plumes dried to fluffy white or beige, staple in boho-chic vases and wedding backdrops. Classified as dried ornamental grasses under HTS 0604.90.30.00 without flower buds.