Plants, live; rhododendrons and azaleas, grafted or not

HS v2017 Code: 060230

About plants, live; rhododendrons and azaleas, grafted or not

HS code 060230 covers the import and export of live rhododendrons and azaleas, whether grafted or not. These ornamental plants are highly valued for their vibrant flowers and evergreen foliage, making them popular choices for landscaping, gardening, and floral arrangements. The global trade in rhododendrons and azaleas plays a significant role in the horticulture industry, contributing to the aesthetic appeal and environmental benefits of urban and rural landscapes worldwide.

Production process

The production of rhododendrons and azaleas typically involves propagation through cuttings, grafting, or tissue culture. Growers carefully select parent plants with desirable traits, such as flower color, growth habit, and cold hardiness, to produce high-quality seedlings or clones. These plants are then cultivated in controlled environments, with attention paid to soil composition, irrigation, and nutrient management to ensure optimal growth and flowering.

Production inputs

The key inputs for the production of rhododendrons and azaleas include high-quality planting stock, specialized growing media, such as acidic, well-draining soil mixes, and greenhouse or nursery infrastructure to provide the necessary environmental conditions. Growers may also utilize fertilizers, pesticides, and other horticultural inputs to maintain plant health and vigor throughout the production cycle.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 060230 is live rhododendron and azalea plants, which are then sold to consumers, landscapers, and florists. These plants may be further processed or incorporated into various products, such as 060240 Plants, live; rhododendrons and azaleas, grafted or not, potted, 060290 Plants, live; other, and 060310 Flowers and flower buds, cut; for bouquets or for ornamental purposes, depending on the specific end-use and market demand.

Revisions to 060230

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 060230. The most recent 1 version of this code (060230) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 060230 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for plants, live; rhododendrons and azaleas, grafted or not

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/06'>06: Trees and other plants, live; bulbs, roots and the like; cut flowers and ornamental foliage</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0602'>0602: Plants, live; n.e.c. in heading no. 0601, (including their roots) cuttings and slips; mushroom spawn</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060230'>060230: Plants, live; rhododendrons and azaleas, grafted or not</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060210'>060210: Plants, live; unrooted cuttings and slips</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060220'>060220: Plants, live; edible fruit or nut trees, shrubs and bushes, grafted or not</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060240'>060240: Plants, live; roses, grafted or not</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060290'>060290: Plants, live; n.e.c. in heading no. 0602</a>"]

    

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