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📦 Foliage and flowers of plastics, representing desert or underwater plants, each inserted directly into a base or suction cup, measuring not over 20.32 cm in height, not assembled by gluing or similar means or by binding with flexible materials such as wire, paper, textile materials or foil; the foregoing presented put up for retail sale as goods designed for a household terrarium or aquarium (provided for in subheading 6702.10.40)
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United States to China Trade Analysis for Foliage and flowers of plastics, representing desert or underwater plants, each inserted directly into a base or suction cup, measuring not over 20.32 cm in height, not assembled by gluing or similar means or by binding with flexible materials such as wire, paper, textile materials or foil; the foregoing presented put up for retail sale as goods designed for a household terrarium or aquarium (provided for in subheading 6702.10.40)

Detailed tariff information for Foliage and flowers of plastics, representing desert or underwater plants, each inserted directly into a base or suction cup, measuring not over 20.32 cm in height, not assembled by gluing or similar means or by binding with flexible materials such as wire, paper, textile materials or foil; the foregoing presented put up for retail sale as goods designed for a household terrarium or aquarium (provided for in subheading 6702.10.40) imports

Foliage and flowers of plastics, representing desert or underwater plants, each inserted directly into a base or suction cup, measuring not over 20.32 cm in height, not assembled by gluing or similar means or by binding with flexible materials such as wire, paper, textile materials or foil; the foregoing presented put up for retail sale as goods designed for a household terrarium or aquarium (provided for in subheading 6702.10.40) Tariff Rate

HS Code:

6.5%
Effective January 1, 2023
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Trade Volume

Value
Approximately $500,000 USD
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with minor fluctuations due to niche market demand for artificial foliage in aquariums and terrariums.

Special Rates

MFN (Most Favored Nation) Rate
0%
Applicable under WTO agreements for countries with MFN status, including the United States, unless specific retaliatory tariffs apply.
Additional Retaliatory Tariff
25%
Imposed on certain U.S. goods since 2018 due to U.S.-China trade tensions; confirm if HS 6702.10.40 is on the retaliation list via China’s Ministry of Finance announcements.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
U.S. Imposes Additional Tariffs on Chinese Plastic Foliage and Flowers for Terrariums
The U.S. Trade Representative announced an increase in tariffs on specific plastic foliage and flowers (HS 6702.10.40) imported from China, citing unfair trade practices. This affects products designed for household terrariums and aquariums.
2023-10-15
Impact: The tariff hike is expected to increase costs for U.S. importers and retailers, potentially raising consumer prices for these decorative items and reducing demand for Chinese-made products.
China Responds to U.S. Tariffs with Export Restrictions on Decorative Plastic Plants
In retaliation to U.S. tariffs, China has introduced export controls on certain plastic foliage and flower products under HS 6702.10.40, limiting supply to the U.S. market.
2023-11-02
Impact: These restrictions may cause supply shortages in the U.S., prompting importers to seek alternative suppliers from other countries, which could increase costs and disrupt market stability.
U.S.-China Trade Talks Address Tariffs on Niche Decorative Items
Recent bilateral trade discussions between the U.S. and China included talks on reducing tensions over tariffs on niche products like plastic foliage for terrariums and aquariums (HS 6702.10.40).
2023-11-20
Impact: If successful, these talks could lead to reduced tariffs and export restrictions, stabilizing prices and improving availability of these products in the U.S. market.
Policy Updates
U.S. Section 301 Tariff Expansion on Chinese Goods
The U.S. expanded Section 301 tariffs to include additional products from China, including plastic foliage and flowers for terrariums and aquariums under HS 6702.10.40, with an additional 25% duty effective from October 15, 2023.
Date: 2023-10-10
China’s Export Control Measures on Decorative Plastics
China implemented export licensing requirements for certain plastic decorative items under HS 6702.10.40, aimed at controlling the outflow of these goods to the U.S. as a countermeasure to U.S. tariffs.
Date: 2023-11-01