Fresh Gladiolus Bulb Flowers
Long-stemmed gladiolus flowers freshly cut from the bulb, featuring vibrant spikes of blooms in colors like red, pink, and white, ideal for bouquets or vase arrangements. Classified under HTS 0603.19.01.19 as fresh cut gladiolus suitable for ornamental purposes, supplied by florists. Excludes dried or processed forms.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.4% | +17.5% | 23.9% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.4% | +10.0% | 16.4% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6.4% | +10.0% | 16.4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.4% | +10.0% | 16.4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.4% | +10.0% | 16.4% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If live gladiolus bulbs or corms for planting
Unc ut bulbs supplied for planting fall under live bulbs and tubers in Chapter 6 heading 0601, not cut flowers.
If dried, dyed, or otherwise prepared
Any processing beyond fresh state moves gladiolus to the 'other' prepared flowers subheading.
If sold in bouquets or floral arrangements
Chapter notes include bouquets made of fresh cut flowers under 0604 for mixed or assembled ornamental products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify freshness upon arrival with phytosanitary certificates from origin country to meet USDA APHIS requirements
• Label as 'fresh cut gladiolus' avoiding any drying claims to stay in fresh category
• Watch for misclassification as bulbs under 0601 if not cut flowers
Related Products under HTS 0603.19.01.19
Fresh Red Gladiolus Spikes
Tall spikes of fresh red gladiolus flowers, cut at the bud stage for extended vase life, commonly used in wedding bouquets and floral designs. Falls under HTS 0603.19.01.19 specifically for fresh gladiolus as ornamental cut flowers from nursery sources. Not for planting or food use per chapter exclusions.
Fresh White Gladiolus Blooms
Elegant fresh white gladiolus flowers cut fresh for bridal and event floristry, with multiple florets per stem for dramatic displays. HTS 0603.19.01.19 covers these as fresh gladiolus cut flowers suitable for bouquets or ornaments, per chapter scope for nursery goods.
Fresh Pink Gladiolus Stems
Vibrant fresh pink gladiolus stems, harvested at peak bloom for florist supply chains, perfect for mixed bouquets. Precisely classified in HTS 0603.19.01.19 as fresh other gladiolus cut flowers for ornamental use.
Fresh Bi-Color Gladiolus Flowers
Striking fresh bi-color gladiolus varieties like yellow-white, cut for high-end floral arrangements and suitable for immediate ornamental display. HTS 0603.19.01.19 applies to all fresh gladiolus cuts from florist suppliers.