Product classification
HS code for Dyed flowers: 0603.90
Flowers, cut, flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared.
Classification of dyed flowers under HS 0603.90
The classification of dyed flowers under HS code 0603.90 is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, as well as the specific Chapter Notes for Chapter 6. Heading 0603 covers cut flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or for ornamental purposes. While subheadings 0603.11 through 0603.19 are reserved for fresh flowers categorized by botanical species (such as roses, carnations, or orchids), subheading 0603.90 is a residual category for flowers that have been prepared. Dyeing is considered a significant preparation process that alters the natural state of the plant material. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, this code includes flowers that have been dried, bleached, dyed, impregnated, or otherwise prepared to preserve them or enhance their appearance. The classification remains 0603.90 regardless of the flower species once the dyeing process has been applied, as the state of preservation/preparation takes precedence over the botanical genus in the subheading hierarchy.
- Covers
- Dyed dried roses used in floral arrangements
- Bleached and dyed pampas grass for interior decor
- Impregnated and dyed eucalyptus leaves
- Preserved dyed hydrangea blooms
- Chemically colored flower buds for ornamental bouquets
- Also under 0603.90
- Verdissimo
- Secondflor
- preserved flower suppliers on Etsy/Amazon
- Sola Wood Flowers
Codes often confused with 0603.90
Common mistake. Dyed flowers are frequently misclassified under the 0603.11 to 0603.19 range. These codes are strictly for fresh flowers; once a flower is dyed, it must move to 0603.90. Another common error is using HS code 6702, which covers artificial flowers made of plastic, silk, or paper. HS code 0603.90 is only for natural flowers that have been treated, not for man-made replicas.
Top exporters and importers of HS 060390 (the code used for dyed flowers), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 060390 (the code used for dyed flowers) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 11% 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 060390, not only dyed flowers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $292M 46% of world exports
- 2 Israel $66M 10% of world exports
- 3 Nigeria $57M 8.9% of world exports
World total: $638M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $62M 11% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $52M 9.4% of world imports
- 3 United States $44M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $548M 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 dyed flowers
Brazil classifies dyed flowers under NCM 0603.90.00: HS 0603.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dyed flowers
What is the HS code for Dyed flowers?
The HS code for Dyed flowers is 060390 (Flowers, cut; flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared). The correct HS code for dyed flowers is 0603.90, which covers cut flowers and buds that are dried, dyed, bleached, or otherwise prepared.
How do I classify Dyed flowers for customs?
Dyed flowers is classified under HS code 060390 — Flowers, cut; flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the species of the flower change the dyed flower HS code?
No, unlike fresh flowers which are separated by species (like 0603.11 for roses), all dyed or prepared flowers are grouped under 0603.90 regardless of their botanical type.
Which countries are the top exporters of dyed flowers (HS 060390)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 060390 (the code used for dyed flowers) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($292M, 46% of world exports), Israel ($66M) and Nigeria ($57M). World exports came to about $638M, 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 dyed flowers (HS 060390)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 060390 (the code used for dyed flowers) in UN Comtrade data were France ($62M, 11% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($52M) and the United States ($44M). World imports came to about $548M, 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 Dyed flowers the same in all countries?
The base HS code 060390 for Dyed flowers 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 dyed flowers in Brazil?
In Brazil, dyed flowers (HS 060390) is classified under NCM 0603.90.00.