Bulbs, tubers, tuberous roots, corms, crowns and rhizomes; dormant, in growth or in flower; chicory plants and roots other than roots of heading no. 1212
6-digit subheadings (2)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Chapter 06 classification notes
All Chapter 06 imports require phytosanitary certificates issued by the origin's plant-protection authority. Most destinations apply additional treatment requirements (heat, fumigation) for imported soil + roots. CITES Appendix II species (orchids, cycads) require additional CITES paperwork.
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Cut flowers in commercial bouquets sometimes mis-declared under Chapter 04 (preserved fruit); seeds for sowing should be in Chapter 12 not 06.
Classification certainty
The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.
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