Flowers, cut; flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared

HS v2017 Code: 060390

About flowers, cut; flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared

HS code 060390 covers a diverse range of cut flowers, flower buds, and other floral products that are dried, dyed, bleached, or otherwise prepared for use in bouquets, decorations, and other ornamental purposes. This industry plays a vital role in the global horticulture and floriculture sectors, providing a wide array of aesthetically pleasing and versatile raw materials for various industries, from floral arrangements to textile manufacturing.

Production process

The production of the goods covered under HS code 060390 typically involves several key steps. First, the flowers and flower buds are harvested, often by hand, from specialized flower farms or plantations. They are then subjected to various post-harvest treatments, such as drying, dyeing, bleaching, or impregnation, to preserve their appearance and enhance their suitability for ornamental use. These processes may involve the use of specialized equipment and chemicals, depending on the desired final product characteristics.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 060390 include a variety of fresh flowers and flower buds, which serve as the primary raw materials. Additionally, the industry relies on various chemicals, dyes, and other processing agents to treat and prepare the floral products. Specialized machinery, such as drying equipment, dyeing vats, and impregnation chambers, are also essential for the production process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 060390 are dried, dyed, bleached, or otherwise prepared cut flowers and flower buds that are suitable for use in bouquets, floral arrangements, and other ornamental applications. These products may be consumed by a wide range of industries, including 460190 (Plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, whether or not assembled into strips; plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials, bound together in parallel strands or woven, in sheet form, whether or not being finished articles (for example, mats, matting, screens)) for the production of decorative items, 950590 Festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including conjuring tricks and novelty jokes for the creation of holiday and event decorations, and 670290 Artificial flowers, foliage and fruit and parts thereof; articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit for the manufacture of artificial floral products.

Revisions to 060390

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 060390. The most recent 1 version of this code (060390) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 060390 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for flowers, cut; flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared

    graph LR
    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/v2017/0603'>0603: Flowers; cut flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or for ornamental purposes, fresh, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060390'>060390: Flowers, cut; flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060311'>060311: Flowers, cut; roses, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060312'>060312: Flowers, cut; carnations, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060313'>060313: Flowers, cut; orchids, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060314'>060314: Flowers, cut; chrysanthemums, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060315'>060315: Flowers, cut; lilies (Lilium spp.), flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/060319'>060319: Flowers, cut; flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh, other than roses, carnations, orchids, chrysanthemums or lillies</a>"]

    

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