Product classification
HS code for Fresh cut roses: 0603.11
Flowers, cut, roses, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh.
Classification of fresh cut roses under HS 0603.11
Fresh cut roses are classified under HS code 0603.11. This code is part of Chapter 6, which covers live trees and other plants. Heading 0603 is the primary heading for cut flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or for ornamental purposes. The classification of roses is highly specific due to their dominance in the global floral trade. Under the General Interpretative Rules (GIR), specifically GIR 1 and 6, roses of the genus Rosa are assigned to subheading 0603.11 when they are fresh. This includes roses in various stages of development, from tight buds to fully opened blooms. The classification applies to all varieties, including hybrid teas, floribundas, and spray roses. To remain in this category, the roses must not have been subjected to any preservation process that changes their essential character as "fresh," such as drying or permanent dyeing. Chilling and the use of water-based nutrient solutions are permitted and do not change the classification from 0603.11.
- Covers
- Fresh cut long-stemmed roses
- Fresh spray roses (multiple blooms per stem)
- Fresh rose buds for floral arrangements
- Miniature roses in fresh cut form
- Sweetheart roses for bouquets
- Also under 0603.11
- David Austin Roses
- Meilland International
- Olij Breeding
- Flower Council of Holland
Codes often confused with 0603.11
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is using HS code 0603.19, which is the "other" category for fresh flowers. This usually occurs when the genus Rosa is not explicitly stated. Another common error is using HS code 0602.40, which is reserved for rose bushes and plants (with roots) intended for planting. Additionally, "eternal" or preserved roses that have been treated with glycerin or other chemicals to last for months are classified under 0603.90, as they are no longer considered fresh.
Top exporters and importers of HS 060311 (the code used for fresh cut roses), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 060311 (the code used for fresh 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 fresh 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 fresh cut roses
Brazil classifies fresh 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 fresh cut roses
What is the HS code for Fresh cut roses?
The HS code for Fresh 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 Fresh cut roses for customs?
Fresh 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.
Does this code include rose hips?
No, rose hips are generally classified under HS code 0709.99 (as vegetables) or Chapter 12 (if for medicinal/perfumery use), as they are the fruit of the plant rather than the flower.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh cut roses (HS 060311)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 060311 (the code used for fresh 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 fresh cut roses (HS 060311)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 060311 (the code used for fresh 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 Fresh cut roses the same in all countries?
The base HS code 060311 for Fresh 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 fresh cut roses in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh cut roses (HS 060311) is classified under NCM 0603.11.00.