Flowers, foliage and fruit, artificial, and parts thereof; articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit
HS v2022 Code: 6702
About flowers, foliage and fruit, artificial, and parts thereof; articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit
HS code 6702 covers the trade of artificial flowers, foliage, and fruit, as well as any articles made from these artificial materials. This industry plays a significant role in the global decorative and ornamental goods market, providing a cost-effective and durable alternative to natural floral arrangements. The production and trade of these artificial items are important for a wide range of industries, from event planning and home decor to the manufacturing of various consumer products.
Production process
The production of artificial flowers, foliage, and fruit typically involves a combination of molding, assembly, and finishing techniques. Manufacturers often use materials such as plastic, fabric, and wire to create the basic shapes and structures, which are then carefully detailed and colored to mimic the appearance of natural counterparts. Advanced techniques like injection molding and 3D printing are increasingly being adopted to improve the realism and consistency of the final products.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of artificial flowers, foliage, and fruit include a variety of raw materials such as plastics, fabrics, wires, and dyes. Specialized machinery, such as molding equipment and assembly tools, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, skilled labor is necessary to ensure the accurate replication of natural forms and the high-quality finishing of the final products.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of HS code 6702 are artificial flowers, foliage, and fruit, as well as any articles made from these artificial materials. These products are often used in 6307 Other made-up textile articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags, 9505 Festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including conjuring tricks and novelty items, and 9602 (Worked vegetable or mineral carving materials and articles of these materials; molded or carved articles of wax, of stearin, of natural gums or natural resins or of modeling pastes, and other molded or carved articles, not elsewhere specified or included; worked, unhardened gelatin (except gelatin of heading 3503) and articles of unhardened gelatin).
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