Foliage, branches and other parts of plants, without flowers or flower buds, and grasses, mosses and lichens; suitable for bouquets or for ornamental purposes, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared

HS code 060490 covers a diverse range of plant materials that are commonly used in the floral and ornamental industries. These products, which include foliage, branches, grasses, mosses, and lichens, are often processed and prepared for use in bouquets, decorations, and other ornamental applications. This industry plays a vital role in the broader horticulture and floriculture sectors, providing raw materials that are essential for a wide range of consumer and commercial products.

The production of goods under HS code 060490 typically involves a range of processing techniques, such as drying, dyeing, bleaching, and impregnation. These methods are used to preserve the natural characteristics of the plant materials while also enhancing their aesthetic appeal and durability for use in various decorative applications. The specific techniques employed may vary depending on the type of plant material and the desired end product.

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 060490 include a variety of plant materials, such as foliage, branches, grasses, mosses, and lichens. These raw materials are typically sourced from natural environments or cultivated through specialized horticulture practices. In addition to the plant materials, the industry also relies on various chemicals, equipment, and skilled labor to facilitate the processing and preparation of the final products.

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 060490 are processed and prepared plant materials that are suitable for use in bouquets, decorations, and other ornamental applications. These products may be sold directly to consumers or to intermediaries, such as florists, event planners, and interior designers. The outputs of this industry may also be used as inputs for other related industries, such as 060310 Cut flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or for ornamental purposes, fresh, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared and 670290 Artificial flowers, foliage and fruit and parts thereof; articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit.