Product classification
HS code for Dried foliage: 0604.90
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.
Classification of dried foliage under HS 0604.90
Dried foliage is classified under HS code 0604.90. This code is located within Chapter 6, which deals with live trees and other plants, including ornamental foliage. Heading 0604 specifically covers foliage, branches, and other parts of plants without flowers or flower buds, as well as grasses, mosses, and lichens. The subheading 0604.90 is reserved for these items when they are presented in a state other than fresh, such as being dried, dyed, bleached, or impregnated. To fall under this classification, the plant parts must be suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes. This includes a wide variety of botanical elements used in interior design, floral arrangements, and crafts. The classification process ensures that these non-flowering plant materials are distinguished from fresh greenery (0604.20) and from plant materials used for technical or industrial purposes, which are classified elsewhere in the Harmonized System.
- Covers
- Dried eucalyptus branches
- Preserved reindeer moss
- Dried pampas grass
- Bleached fern fronds
- Dried palm leaves
- Also under 0604.90
- Verdissimo
- Secondflor
- various craft suppliers
- preserved foliage wholesalers
Codes often confused with 0604.90
Common mistake. Dried foliage is frequently misclassified under HS code 0603.90 if the item contains even small or dried flowers. It is also often confused with HS code 1404.90, which covers vegetable products not elsewhere specified. Additionally, if the dried foliage is intended for medicinal use or as an herb, it should be classified under heading 1211 rather than 0604.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 060490 (the code used for dried foliage), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 060490 (the code used for dried foliage) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 23% 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 060490, not only dried foliage.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $72M 20% of world exports
- 2 China $29M 8.2% of world exports
- 3 Italy $28M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $356M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $82M 23% of world imports
- 2 United States $61M 17% of world imports
- 3 Germany $44M 12% of world imports
World total: $355M 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 dried foliage
Brazil classifies dried foliage under NCM 0604.90.00: HS 0604.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dried foliage
What is the HS code for Dried foliage?
The HS code for Dried foliage is 060490 (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). The HS code for dried, bleached, or dyed foliage and plant parts for ornamental use is 0604.90.
How do I classify Dried foliage for customs?
Dried foliage is classified under HS code 060490 — 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. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include dried moss?
Yes, dried or chemically preserved mosses and lichens for decorative use are classified under HS code 0604.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of dried foliage (HS 060490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 060490 (the code used for dried foliage) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($72M, 20% of world exports), China ($29M) and Italy ($28M). World exports came to about $356M, 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 dried foliage (HS 060490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 060490 (the code used for dried foliage) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($82M, 23% of world imports), the United States ($61M) and Germany ($44M). World imports came to about $355M, 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 Dried foliage the same in all countries?
The base HS code 060490 for Dried foliage 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 dried foliage in Brazil?
In Brazil, dried foliage (HS 060490) is classified under NCM 0604.90.00.