Dried Salal Leaves

Dried leaves from the salal plant (Gaultheria shallon) used in potpourri, wreaths, and floral arrangements. Classified in HTS 1404.90.90.90 as other vegetable products, not fitting textile fibers or plaiting materials specified in chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0604Lower: 17% vs 25%

If imported as fresh foliage for bouquets or ornamental use

Fresh cut foliage falls under Chapter 6 for horticultural products, not unspecified vegetables.

1401.10.00.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If bamboos or similar split materials for crafting

Chapter notes specify heading 1401 for bamboos and plaiting materials like reeds, excluding from 1404.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain fumigation certificates to meet APHIS requirements for plant material imports

Document end-use as decorative to prevent reclassification as horticultural products

Ensure no chemical treatments that could trigger hazardous material declarations