HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0603.15 – Flowers, cut; lilies (Lilium spp.), flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh
HS code 0603.15 is the 6-digit subheading for flowers, cut, lilies (Lilium spp.), flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh. It is used for oriental lilies, asiatic lilies, trumpet lilies, longiflorum lilies and LA Hybrid lilies.
What HS 0603.15 covers
This HS code covers fresh cut lilies, specifically their flowers and flower buds, intended for bouquets and ornamental purposes. Lilies are celebrated for their elegant appearance, often fragrant blooms, and significant presence in floral arrangements for weddings, funerals, and other special occasions. The global trade in fresh lilies is substantial, with the Netherlands, Colombia, and New Zealand being prominent exporters, leveraging their expertise in horticulture and efficient logistics. Key importing regions include the United States, Japan, and various European countries, where consumer demand for high-quality, visually striking flowers is consistent. Maintaining the cold chain and protecting the delicate petals during transport are crucial for successful international trade.
- Covers
- Oriental lilies
- Asiatic lilies
- Trumpet lilies
- Longiflorum lilies
- LA Hybrid lilies
- Double lilies
- Examples
- Vletter & Den Haan
- World Breeding
- Mak Breeding
- Zabo Plant
Codes often confused with 0603.15
Common mistake. Can be confused with 060319 (other fresh cut flowers) if not clearly identified as lilies, or 060390 if the flowers are dried or preserved.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 060315, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 060315 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 69% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 37% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $173M 69% of world exports
- 2 Costa Rica* ~$27M 11% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Colombia $23M 9.3% of world exports
World total: $250M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $105M 37% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $69M 25% of world imports
- 3 Germany $14M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $280M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 0603.15
Brazil does not split HS 0603.15: its NCM code is 0603.15.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 06.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0603.15
What is HS code 060315?
HS code 060315 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Flowers, cut; lilies (Lilium spp.), flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh. This HS code covers fresh cut lilies, specifically their flowers and flower buds, intended for bouquets and ornamental purposes. Lilies are celebrated for their elegant appearance, often fragrant blooms, and significant presence in floral arrangements for weddings, funerals, and other special occasions. The global trade in fresh lilies is substantial, with the Netherlands, Colombia, and New Zealand being prominent exporters, leveraging their expertise in horticulture and efficient logistics. Key importing regions include the United States, Japan, and various European countries, where consumer demand for high-quality, visually striking flowers is consistent. Maintaining the cold chain and protecting the delicate petals during transport are crucial for successful international trade.
What products fall under HS code 060315?
Oriental lilies, Asiatic lilies, Trumpet lilies, Longiflorum lilies, LA Hybrid lilies, Double lilies
What are common misclassifications for HS code 060315?
Can be confused with 060319 (other fresh cut flowers) if not clearly identified as lilies, or 060390 if the flowers are dried or preserved.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 060315?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 060315 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($173M, 69% of world exports), Costa Rica (about $27M) and Colombia ($23M). World exports came to about $250M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 060315?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 060315 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($105M, 37% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($69M) and Germany ($14M). World imports came to about $280M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 060315 structured?
HS code 060315 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (06) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (15) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 060315?
In Brazil, HS code 060315 is NCM 0603.15.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.