9808.00.60.00/Rare Orchid Seed Pods for Botanic Garden/Japan

Rare Orchid Seed Pods for Botanic Garden from Japan

Endangered orchid seed pods imported for propagation at the United States Botanic Garden's conservation program. Qualifies under HTS 9808.00.60.00 as planting material for the US Botanic Garden. Supports native orchid species recovery efforts.

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%

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Import Tips

• Include US Botanic Garden import request letter; obtain CITES Appendix I/II permits if applicable; comply with endangered species documentation requirements