HS code · 4-digit heading
HS Code 67.02 – Flowers, foliage and fruit, artificial, and parts thereof; articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit
What HS 67.02 covers
Heading 6702 covers "Flowers, foliage and fruit, artificial, and parts thereof; articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit." This classification encompasses a wide array of decorative items crafted to resemble natural botanical elements. The scope includes individual artificial flowers, leaves, fruits, berries, and their component parts (e.g., petals, stems, stamens), as well as assembled articles like bouquets, wreaths, garlands, and artificial plants. These items can be made from various materials, including plastics, textiles (silk, polyester), paper, metal, or combinations thereof, designed for aesthetic purposes. This heading distinguishes clearly between natural products (Chapter 06) and their manufactured imitations. For trade compliance, proper classification under 6702 ensures correct duty assessment and adherence to any specific import regulations, although these are generally less stringent than for live plants. The trade in artificial botanicals is significant for home decor, event planning, retail display, and fashion accessories, reflecting global demand for long-lasting, low-maintenance decorative solutions. This heading is an integral part of Chapter 67, which groups prepared decorative items and articles of human hair, underscoring the chapter's focus on manufactured decorative elements.
- Covers
- Artificial silk roses
- Plastic artificial ferns
- Artificial plastic grapes
- Artificial flower bouquets
- Artificial floral arrangements
- Plastic artificial palm leaves
- Artificial berries on stems
- Fabric artificial orchids
- Artificial Christmas wreaths (made of artificial flowers/foliage)
- Artificial flower heads (without stems)
- Artificial plastic petals
- Artificial leaves for crafts
- Artificial fruit garlands
- Artificial succulent plants
- Textile artificial lilies
- Plastic artificial ivy
- Artificial flower corsages
- Artificial plant wall panels
- Artificial foam mushrooms (decorative)
- Artificial grass mats (decorative)
- Artificial flower stems
- Artificial fruit slices (decorative).
- Examples
A large US home decor retailer imports vast quantities of artificial silk flower bouquets and plastic foliage arrangements from factories in China to stock its stores nationwide, representing a major China-USA trade flow. A German event planning company sources high-quality, realistic artificial olive branches and citrus fruits from specialized manufacturers in Italy for use in upscale wedding and corporate event decorations across Europe, illustrating a key intra-EU trade route. A UK fashion accessory designer imports individual artificial textile flowers and leaves from Vietnam to incorporate into hats, hair accessories, and brooches for their collections, highlighting a Vietnam-UK supply chain.
Subheadings under 67.02 2
Codes often confused with 67.02
Common mistake. Common misclassification mistakes under 6702 include confusing artificial items with natural flowers or plants, which fall under Chapter 06. The defining characteristic of 6702 is its 'artificial' nature. Another error involves classifying simple plastic parts (e.g., a single plastic leaf) under 3926 (other articles of plastic) when it is clearly identifiable as a component of an artificial flower or plant; 6702 takes precedence due to its specific nature. Additionally, if artificial flowers are incorporated into specific festive or carnival articles, there can be confusion with 9505; however, if the artificial flower is a standalone decorative item, 6702 is the correct classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 6702, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 6702 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 86% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% 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 China $4.2B 86% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $176M 3.6% of world exports
- 3 Germany $94M 1.9% of world exports
World total: $4.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.1B 30% of world imports
- 2 Germany $213M 5.9% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $168M 4.6% of world imports
World total: $3.6B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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.
Questions about HS 67.02
What is HS code 6702?
HS code 6702 is a 4-digit heading in the Harmonized System that covers: Flowers, foliage and fruit, artificial, and parts thereof; articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit. Heading 6702 covers "Flowers, foliage and fruit, artificial, and parts thereof; articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit." This classification encompasses a wide array of decorative items crafted to resemble natural botanical elements. The scope includes individual artificial flowers, leaves, fruits, berries, and their component parts (e.g., petals, stems, stamens), as well as assembled articles like bouquets, wreaths, garlands, and artificial plants. These items can be made from various materials, including plastics, textiles (silk, polyester), paper, metal, or combinations thereof, designed for aesthetic purposes. This heading distinguishes clearly between natural products (Chapter 06) and their manufactured imitations. For trade compliance, proper classification under 6702 ensures correct duty assessment and adherence to any specific import regulations, although these are generally less stringent than for live plants. The trade in artificial botanicals is significant for home decor, event planning, retail display, and fashion accessories, reflecting global demand for long-lasting, low-maintenance decorative solutions. This heading is an integral part of Chapter 67, which groups prepared decorative items and articles of human hair, underscoring the chapter's focus on manufactured decorative elements.
What products fall under HS code 6702?
Artificial silk roses, plastic artificial ferns, artificial plastic grapes, artificial flower bouquets, artificial floral arrangements, plastic artificial palm leaves, artificial berries on stems, fabric artificial orchids, artificial Christmas wreaths (made of artificial flowers/foliage), artificial flower heads (without stems), artificial plastic petals, artificial leaves for crafts, artificial fruit garlands, artificial succulent plants, textile artificial lilies, plastic artificial ivy, artificial flower corsages, artificial plant wall panels, artificial foam mushrooms (decorative), artificial grass mats (decorative), artificial flower stems, artificial fruit slices (decorative).
What are common misclassifications for HS code 6702?
Common misclassification mistakes under 6702 include confusing artificial items with natural flowers or plants, which fall under Chapter 06. The defining characteristic of 6702 is its 'artificial' nature. Another error involves classifying simple plastic parts (e.g., a single plastic leaf) under 3926 (other articles of plastic) when it is clearly identifiable as a component of an artificial flower or plant; 6702 takes precedence due to its specific nature. Additionally, if artificial flowers are incorporated into specific festive or carnival articles, there can be confusion with 9505; however, if the artificial flower is a standalone decorative item, 6702 is the correct classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 6702?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 6702 in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.2B, 86% of world exports), the Netherlands ($176M) and Germany ($94M). World exports came to about $4.8B, 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 6702?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 6702 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.1B, 30% of world imports), Germany ($213M) and the Netherlands ($168M). World imports came to about $3.6B, 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 6702 structured?
HS code 6702 is a 4-digit heading under Chapter 67 of the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (67) identify the chapter, and digits 3-4 (02) specify the heading. This code contains multiple 6-digit subheadings for precise product classification.