Flowers, cut; orchids, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh

HS v2022 Code: 060313

About flowers, cut; orchids, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh

HS code 060313 covers the import and export of fresh cut flowers, particularly orchids, that are suitable for use in bouquets or other ornamental purposes. This industry plays a vital role in the global floriculture trade, providing raw materials for a wide range of industries, from event planning and floral design to home decor and landscaping. As consumer demand for fresh, high-quality flowers continues to grow, the 060313 industry has become an increasingly important component of the broader agricultural and horticultural sectors.

Production process

The production of flowers covered under HS code 060313 typically involves a combination of greenhouse cultivation and field-grown techniques. Orchids and other specialty flowers are often grown in controlled greenhouse environments, where factors like temperature, humidity, and lighting can be carefully managed to optimize growth and quality. Field-grown flowers may be cultivated using traditional farming methods, with careful attention paid to soil preparation, irrigation, and pest management. Regardless of the specific production methods, growers in this industry must adhere to strict quality standards and regulations to ensure the freshness and viability of their products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 060313 industry include a range of agricultural resources, such as 060310 Flowers, cut; roses, fresh, 060320 Flowers, cut; carnations, fresh, and other specialty flower varieties. Growers also rely on greenhouse equipment, irrigation systems, and various horticultural supplies to support the cultivation process. Additionally, the industry requires a skilled labor force, including horticulturists, floral designers, and logistics professionals, to ensure the efficient production, handling, and distribution of these high-value floral products.

Production outputs

The primary output of the 060313 industry is fresh cut flowers, particularly orchids, that are suitable for use in bouquets, floral arrangements, and other ornamental applications. These flowers may be sold directly to consumers, through retail channels like florists and online marketplaces, or to intermediaries, such as event planners, interior designers, and landscapers. The output of the 060313 industry may also be consumed by other related HS codes, such as 060390 Flowers, cut; other, fresh, which covers a broader range of cut flowers, and 060410 Foliage, branches and other parts of plants, without flowers or flower buds, and grasses, mosses and lichens, being goods of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh, which includes other floral and greenery products used in decorative applications.

Revisions to 060313

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 060313. The most recent 1 version of this code (060313) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 060313.

Family tree for flowers, cut; orchids, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/06'>06: Trees and other plants, live; bulbs, roots and the like; cut flowers and ornamental foliage</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0603'>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/v2022/060313'>060313: Flowers, cut; orchids, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/060311'>060311: Flowers, cut; roses, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/060312'>060312: Flowers, cut; carnations, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/060314'>060314: Flowers, cut; chrysanthemums, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/060315'>060315: Flowers, cut; lilies (Lilium spp.), flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/060319'>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>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/060390'>060390: Flowers, cut; flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared</a>"]

    

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