Product classification
HS code for Fresh cut chrysanthemums: 0603.14
Flowers, cut, chrysanthemums, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh.
Classification of fresh cut chrysanthemums under HS 0603.14
Fresh cut chrysanthemums are classified under HS code 0603.14. This classification falls within Chapter 06 (Live trees and other plants) and heading 0603 (Cut flowers and flower buds). The Harmonized System separates specific genera of flowers that have high trade volumes to allow for precise tracking of agricultural movements and the application of specific tariffs or quotas. Chrysanthemums, belonging to the genus Chrysanthemum, are identified separately from other major floral crops like roses or lilies. The 'fresh' requirement is a primary determinant for this code; the flowers must be in a natural, living state, typically maintained through refrigeration. This code covers all varieties of the genus, including pompons, spiders, and decorative mums. The classification remains the same whether the flowers are intended for retail sale, wholesale floral arrangements, or industrial decorative use. Accurate classification is essential for navigating phytosanitary inspections, as chrysanthemums are often subject to specific regulations regarding pests like the white rust fungus.
- Covers
- Fresh spray chrysanthemums
- Fresh disbudded chrysanthemums
- Fresh Santini chrysanthemums
- Fresh chrysanthemum buds for bouquets
- Also under 0603.14
- Deliflor Chrysanten
- Fides
- Syngenta Flowers
- Royal Van Zanten
Codes often confused with 0603.14
Common mistake. A common error is classifying chrysanthemums under 0603.19, the general 'other' fresh flowers category. Because chrysanthemums have a dedicated subheading (0603.14), using the general category is technically incorrect. Additionally, if the flowers are chemically treated to change their color or preserved to last indefinitely, they must be moved to 0603.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 060314 (the code used for fresh cut chrysanthemums), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 060314 (the code used for fresh cut chrysanthemums) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 54% 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 060314, not only fresh cut chrysanthemums.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $550M 54% of world exports
- 2 Colombia $212M 21% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$78M 7.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $384M 30% of world imports
- 2 Russia* ~$163M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United Kingdom $133M 10% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 fresh cut chrysanthemums
Brazil classifies fresh cut chrysanthemums under NCM 0603.14.00: HS 0603.14 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fresh cut chrysanthemums
What is the HS code for Fresh cut chrysanthemums?
The HS code for Fresh cut chrysanthemums is 060314 (Flowers, cut; chrysanthemums, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh). The HS code for fresh cut chrysanthemums is 0603.14.
How do I classify Fresh cut chrysanthemums for customs?
Fresh cut chrysanthemums is classified under HS code 060314 — Flowers, cut; chrysanthemums, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code apply to potted chrysanthemums?
No, potted chrysanthemums (live plants with roots) are classified under heading 0602, specifically 0602.90, as they are considered live plants rather than cut flowers.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh cut chrysanthemums (HS 060314)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 060314 (the code used for fresh cut chrysanthemums) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($550M, 54% of world exports), Colombia ($212M) and Vietnam (about $78M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 fresh cut chrysanthemums (HS 060314)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 060314 (the code used for fresh cut chrysanthemums) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($384M, 30% of world imports), Russia (about $163M) and the United Kingdom ($133M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 Fresh cut chrysanthemums the same in all countries?
The base HS code 060314 for Fresh cut chrysanthemums 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 fresh cut chrysanthemums in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh cut chrysanthemums (HS 060314) is classified under NCM 0603.14.00.