Product classification
HS code for Cut roses: 0603.11
Flowers, cut, roses, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh.
Classification of cut roses under HS 0603.11
Fresh cut roses are classified under HS code 0603.11. This classification is governed by the Harmonized System's Chapter 6, which covers live trees and other plants, bulbs, and cut flowers. Heading 0603 specifically addresses cut flowers and flower buds suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes. Within this heading, the international community has designated 0603.11 as the specific subheading for roses (Rosa spp.). This code applies to fresh roses that have been harvested and are intended for decorative use. The classification remains consistent whether the roses are imported as single stems, in bunches, or as part of a floral arrangement, provided they are the predominant flower type and remain in a fresh state. The determination of "fresh" is vital, as any significant preservation process would move the product to a different category. This code is one of the most frequently used in the global floral trade.
- Covers
- Fresh cut red, white, and colored roses
- Fresh spray roses
- Fresh tea roses and hybrid tea roses
- Fresh rose buds for bouquets
- Long-stemmed and miniature fresh roses
- Also under 0603.11
- David Austin Roses
- Meilland International
- Olij Breeding
- Flower Council of Holland
Codes often confused with 0603.11
Common mistake. A common error is classifying rose bushes or plants under this code; however, live rose plants, including those intended for planting, are classified under HS code 0602.40. Another frequent misclassification involves dried or chemically preserved roses, which are categorized under HS code 0603.90. Additionally, rose petals used primarily for the extraction of essential oils or for medicinal purposes may be classified under HS code 1211.90, depending on their state and intended use. It is also important to distinguish between fresh roses and artificial roses made of plastic or fabric, which are classified in Chapter 67 under HS code 6702.10 or 6702.90. Misidentifying the state of the flower (fresh vs. preserved) is the leading cause of tariff errors.
Top exporters and importers of HS 060311 (the code used for cut roses), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 060311 (the code used for cut roses) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 29% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 060311, not only cut roses.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $1.5B 40% of world exports
- 2 Ecuador $791M 21% of world exports
- 3 Kenya $552M 14% of world exports
World total: $3.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2B 29% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $727M 17% of world imports
- 3 Germany $411M 9.7% of world imports
World total: $4.3B 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.
Brazil NCM code for cut roses
Brazil classifies cut roses under NCM 0603.11.00: HS 0603.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cut roses
What is the HS code for Cut roses?
The HS code for Cut roses is 060311 (Flowers, cut; roses, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh). The HS code for fresh cut roses is 0603.11.
How do I classify Cut roses for customs?
Cut roses is classified under HS code 060311 — Flowers, cut; roses, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are rose bushes classified under this code?
No, rose bushes are classified as live plants under HS code 0602.40.
Which countries are the top exporters of cut roses (HS 060311)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 060311 (the code used for cut roses) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($1.5B, 40% of world exports), Ecuador ($791M) and Kenya ($552M). World exports came to about $3.8B, 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 cut roses (HS 060311)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 060311 (the code used for cut roses) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 29% of world imports), the Netherlands ($727M) and Germany ($411M). World imports came to about $4.3B, 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.
Is the HS code for Cut roses the same in all countries?
The base HS code 060311 for Cut roses is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cut roses in Brazil?
In Brazil, cut roses (HS 060311) is classified under NCM 0603.11.00.