Product classification
HS code for Dried grasses: 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 grasses under HS 0604.90
Dried grasses intended for decorative or ornamental purposes are classified under HS code 060490. This classification is found within Chapter 6 of the Harmonized System, which encompasses live trees and other plants, bulbs, roots, and cut flowers. Heading 0604 is specifically for foliage, branches, and other parts of plants, without flowers or flower buds, and grasses, mosses, and lichens, provided they are suitable for bouquets or for ornamental purposes. The subheading 060490 is used for these items when they are not fresh, meaning they have been dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated, or otherwise prepared for decorative use. The classification is driven by the intended use of the product as a decorative element rather than an agricultural or industrial commodity. This ensures that items like dried pampas grass or ornamental stalks are correctly categorized for customs purposes, reflecting their value in the floral and interior design industries. The process of drying or bleaching is considered a form of preservation that maintains the aesthetic integrity of the plant material for long-term display.
- Covers
- Dried pampas grass
- Dried bunny tail grass (Lagurus ovatus)
- Bleached ornamental wheat stalks
- Dried decorative miscanthus
- Preserved ornamental reeds
- Also under 0604.90
- Verdissimo
- Secondflor
- various craft suppliers
- preserved foliage wholesalers
Codes often confused with 0604.90
Common mistake. Dried grasses are frequently confused with HS code 121490, which covers cereal straw and husks or other forage products like hay and clover. The distinction lies in the intended use; 1214 is for animal feed, while 0604 is for ornamental use. Additionally, if the dried grass is a specific vegetable material used for carving or stuffing, it might be misclassified under 140490, but ornamental grasses are specifically directed to 0604 by the chapter notes. Misclassifying decorative grass as fodder can lead to incorrect duty rates and unnecessary phytosanitary inspections.
Top exporters and importers of HS 060490 (the code used for dried grasses), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 060490 (the code used for dried grasses) 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 grasses.
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 grasses
Brazil classifies dried grasses 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 grasses
What is the HS code for Dried grasses?
The HS code for Dried grasses 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 grasses suitable for ornamental purposes is 060490.
How do I classify Dried grasses for customs?
Dried grasses 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.
Are dried grasses for animal feed classified here?
No, grasses intended for animal feed or forage are classified under heading 1214, typically 121490.
Which countries are the top exporters of dried grasses (HS 060490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 060490 (the code used for dried grasses) 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 grasses (HS 060490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 060490 (the code used for dried grasses) 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 grasses the same in all countries?
The base HS code 060490 for Dried grasses 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 grasses in Brazil?
In Brazil, dried grasses (HS 060490) is classified under NCM 0604.90.00.