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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+17.5%23.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%+10.0%16.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

0603.13.00Same rate: 23.9%

If identified as roses instead of gladiolus

Specific fresh rose cuts have their own subheading; misidentification shifts classification.

0601.10Lower: 13.5% vs 23.9%

If for live gladiolus plants with roots

Live trees and plants for ornamental use go to 0601, excluding cut portions.

0603.19.01Same rate: 23.9%

If orchids rather than gladiolus

Other fresh flowers like orchids have dedicated subcodes within the same fresh 'other' category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain APHIS PPQ 585 permit for cut flower imports and ensure stems are hydrated during transit

• Declare exact species to avoid mix-ups with roses or other flowers

• Common pitfall: shipping in water counts as fresh but test for preparation status