USA Proposes Authorizing the importation of Orchid Plants from the Republic of Costa Rica

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is proposing to authorize the importation of Phalaenopsis spp. orchid plants from the Republic of Costa Rica in approved growing media into the United States, including territories. As a condition of entry, Phalaenopsis spp. orchid plants in approved growing media from the Republic of Costa Rica would have to meet all relevant requirements including in the U.S. Department of Agriculture Plants for Planting Manual and detailed in a bilateral workplan. This proposed action would allow for importation of Phalaenopsis spp. orchid plants in approved growing media from the Republic of Costa Rica while providing protection against the introduction of plant pests.  (Federal Register Vol. 85, No. 42, Tuesday, 3 March 2020)

Products covered: Phalaenopsis spp. orchid plants for planting

Hs Code: 06029030

Proposed date of adoption: To be determined

Proposed date of entry into force:  To be determined

 Last date for comments: 4 May 2020

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