0604.20.00.11 - Aspidistra

This HTS category, 0604.20.00.11, specifically covers fresh Aspidistra plants and parts thereof, including foliage and branches, that are suitable for ornamental purposes, bouquets, or floral arrangements. The classification is within Chapter 6, which deals with live trees and plant products, and more narrowly under heading 0604, which pertains to foliage, branches, and other plant parts without flowers or buds, as well as grasses, mosses, and lichens, when prepared for decorative use.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, such as Aralia (0604.20.00.05) or Eucalyptus (0604.20.00.15), relies on the botanical identification of the plant. While all these items fall under the broader description of ornamental plant parts, the specific species is the determining factor for correct classification. Similarly, it is differentiated from evergreen Christmas trees and ferns by its unique botanical identity as Aspidistra.

As a leaf node in the HTS structure, 0604.20.00.11 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification at this level is definitive based on the identification of the goods as fresh Aspidistra suitable for ornamental purposes. Importers and exporters should ensure accurate product identification to maintain compliance.