Bleached Sword Fern Fronds from Japan
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.
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
• Use ventilated containers to maintain dryness; humidity can cause customs rejection as 'not properly prepared'
• Provide botanical verification from suppliers to distinguish from protected fern species