Dormant Gladiolus Corms - Red Beauty Variety

These dormant gladiolus corms of the Red Beauty variety are underground storage organs used for propagating gladiolus flowers, supplied by nursery gardeners for planting in gardens or ornamental beds. They fall under HTS 0601.10.90.40 as dormant gladiolus corms, distinct from bulbs or tubers of other plants, and are not in growth or flower. Ideal for home gardeners seeking vibrant summer blooms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+17.5%21%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0601.20.10Lower: 17.5% vs 21%

If shipped in growth or flower

Corms actively sprouting or blooming move to HTS 0601.20 for bulbs, tubers, etc., in growth or flower, per chapter notes.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 21%

If processed for medicinal or drug use, not planting

Dried or powdered gladiolus corms for herbal remedies fall under Chapter 12 as plants used in perfumery, pharmacy, or similar, outside live ornamental scope.

0602.90.20Lower: 17.5% vs 21%

If sold as part of a live grafted plant set

If assembled into other live plants like grafted ornamentals, they classify under 0602 as live trees/plants, not individual dormant corms.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country confirming the corms are dormant, pest-free, and meet USDA APHIS import requirements to avoid quarantine

Declare exact botanical variety and dormant state on entry documents; misclassification as 'in growth' could shift to other subheadings

Avoid common pitfalls like soil residue on corms, which triggers fumigation—ensure clean, dry packaging compliant with soil import bans