Plants, live; bulbs, tubers, tuberous roots, corms, crowns and rhizomes, in growth or in flower, chicory plants and roots other than of heading no. 1212

HS code 060120 covers a diverse range of live plants, bulbs, tubers, and related botanical items that are in growth or flowering. This industry plays a vital role in the global horticulture and floriculture sectors, providing essential inputs for landscaping, gardening, and various agricultural applications. The products classified under this code are in high demand worldwide, contributing significantly to international trade and the broader agricultural economy.

The production of the items covered by HS code 060120 typically involves specialized cultivation techniques. Bulbs, tubers, and rhizomes are often propagated through division or tissue culture methods to produce new plants. Corms and crowns may be grown from seed or vegetative cuttings. Proper environmental conditions, such as temperature, moisture, and light, are critical for the healthy growth and development of these live plant materials.

The main inputs required for the 060120 industry include high-quality planting stock (e.g., 060110 Bulbs, tubers, tuberous roots, corms, crowns and rhizomes, dormant), specialized growing media, irrigation systems, and climate-controlled greenhouse or nursery facilities. Growers may also rely on fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural inputs to ensure the optimal growth and health of the plants.

The primary outputs of the 060120 industry are live plants, bulbs, tubers, and related botanical items that are sold to a variety of downstream industries. These products may be used in landscaping, gardening, floriculture, and even some food production (e.g., 070110 Potatoes, seed). The outputs of this industry are often consumed by other HS codes, such as 060210 Unrooted cuttings and slips, 060290 (Other live plants (including their roots), cuttings and slips; mushroom spawn), and 060310 Cut flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or for ornamental purposes, fresh.