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HSChapter 06
U.S. imports of bulbs, tubers & similar plants in growth or flower; chicory plants (HS 060120) totaled $4.4M in April 2026, traded with 11 countries.
Importers of Bulbs, Tubers & Similar Plants in Growth or Flower; Chicory Plants paid $38K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.1% on $414K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataUnlike their dormant counterparts, bulbs and tubers classified here are actively growing or in flower at the time of export, making cold-chain management and rapid customs clearance critical to preserving commercial value. The heading also captures chicory plants used in forcing operations. Canada leads supply, likely reflecting proximity and the ability to maintain live plant condition across short transit times; Thailand and the Dominican Republic are notable tropical-origin sources. USDA APHIS phytosanitary requirements apply, and the live-growth status of these materials may trigger additional inspection scrutiny compared to dormant stock.
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Yes. Live, actively growing plant material is generally considered higher risk for pest and disease introduction than dormant stock, and APHIS inspectors may apply more intensive examination. Soil or growing medium attached to roots can trigger additional restrictions, and some origins may require that plants be grown in approved media or bare-rooted before export.
Chicory plants used for forcing (to produce witloof or Belgian endive) are captured in the residual line 0601209000 alongside other non-hyacinth bulbs and tubers in growth or flower. They are distinct from chicory roots used as a coffee substitute or food ingredient, which fall under different chapters.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0601209000 | BULBS,TUBERS,ETC IN GRWTH/FLWR;CHICORY PLNTS,NESOI | $4.3M | 9.08% | $38K |
| 0601201000 | HYACINTH BULBS, W/O SOIL ATTACHED,IN GROWTH/FLOWER | $111K | -- | -- |
BULBS,TUBERS,ETC IN GRWTH/FLWR;CHICORY PLNTS,NESOI
HYACINTH BULBS, W/O SOIL ATTACHED,IN GROWTH/FLOWER
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0601200000 | BULBS, ETC IN GROWTH OR FLOWER; CHICORY | $1.9M |
BULBS, ETC IN GROWTH OR FLOWER; CHICORY
509.3K no
FRESH CUT ROSES AND BUDS
HS 060311
LIVE PLANTS, CUTTINGS & SLIPS,NESOI;MUSHROOM SPAWN
HS 060290
FRESH CUT FLOWERS & BUDS FOR BOUQUEST,NES
HS 060319
FRESH CUT CHRYSANTHEMUMS AND BUDS
HS 060314
FRESH CUT CARNATIONS AND BUDS
HS 060312
LILIES, FRESH CUT AND FRESH BUDS FOR BOUQUETS ETC
HS 060315
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $66K | $1.8M | +$1.7M |
| California | $847K | $55K | -$792K |
| Pennsylvania | $741K | $13K | -$728K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | $2.5M | $1.6M | -$984K |
| BLAINE, WA | $487K | $58K | -$429K |
| PORT HURON, MI | $470K | $38K | -$431K |