Bleached Wheat Grass Bundles from China
Bundles of wheat grass stalks bleached white for use in modern bouquets and table centerpieces. Classified under HTS 0604.90.60.00 as grasses prepared by bleaching, suitable for ornamental purposes without flowers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide bleaching process certificates to confirm preparation method and avoid fresh grass classification
• Ensure bundles are securely packed to prevent damage, with moisture control for dyed/bleached items
• Declare exact preparation (bleached/dyed) on commercial invoice to match HTS description