HS Chapter 6 — Live trees and other plants
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
Chapter number
Section
Section name
Typical duty
By subheading & market
HS headings
4-digit headings
What Chapter 6 covers
Live trees, plants, bulbs, roots, cut flowers and ornamental foliage.
Common HS headings in Chapter 6
- 601 Live trees
- 603 Bulbs, tubers
- 604 Cut flowers
Classification notes
Live vs dormant, and species, determine the subheading; seeds for sowing sit in Ch.12.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 6
What Chapter 6 covers
Live trees, plants, bulbs, roots, cut flowers and ornamental foliage.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 6?
Common HS headings in Chapter 6 include: 601 Live trees; 603 Bulbs, tubers; 604 Cut flowers.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 6 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 6 products?
Live vs dormant, and species, determine the subheading; seeds for sowing sit in Ch.12.