Fresh Sunflower Buds for Bouquets
Freshly harvested sunflower buds in tight bloom stage, ideal for mixed floral arrangements or ornamental vases. Falls under HTS 0603.19.01.43 as fresh flower buds suitable for bouquets per Chapter 6 florist goods. Not for planting or food use.
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 dyed, bleached, or impregnated
Prepared (non-fresh) cut flowers move to 0603.90, as preparation changes the heading.
If live plants with roots for planting
Live bulbous plants for planting are in 0601, per Chapter 6 exclusion of planting goods from cut flowers.
If dried with foliage attached
Dried mosses or lichens with flowers might classify under 0604 if not purely cut flowers.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label as 'ornamental cut flowers' to confirm classification; ensure cold chain during transit to maintain freshness; check APHIS permits for U.S. entry
Related Products under HTS 0603.19.01.43
Fresh Cut Sunflower Stems
Long-stemmed fresh sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) harvested at peak bloom for bouquets or ornamental displays. Classified under HTS 0603.19.01.43 as fresh cut flowers suitable for bouquets, excluding those for seed production or other uses. They meet Chapter 6 criteria for nursery or florist-supplied ornamental goods.
Orange Fresh Sunflower Blooms
Vibrant orange variety fresh sunflowers cut for high-end bouquets and event decorations. HTS 0603.19.01.43 applies to these fresh 'other' sunflowers suitable for ornamental purposes from florists. Excludes dyed or processed versions.
Multi-Stem Fresh Sunflower Bunches
Bundles of 5-10 fresh sunflower stems wrapped for retail florist sale or ornamental use. Classified in HTS 0603.19.01.43 as fresh cut sunflowers for bouquets, aligning with Chapter 6 nursery goods. Not for propagation.
Large-Headed Fresh Sunflowers
Extra-large fresh sunflower heads on sturdy stems for dramatic bouquets and ornamental installations. HTS 0603.19.01.43 covers these fresh sunflowers as cut flowers for florist ornamental use per Chapter 6. Fresh state confirmed at import.
Fresh Sunflower Singles for Vases
Individual fresh sunflower stems packaged for vase arrangements or single-stem gifts. Under HTS 0603.19.01.43 as fresh cut sunflowers suitable for ornamental purposes from florists. Meets Chapter 6 exclusion for non-planting goods.
Autumn Mix Fresh Sunflowers
Fresh sunflowers in rust and gold tones from autumn varieties for seasonal bouquets. HTS 0603.19.01.43 for these fresh 'other' ornamental cut flowers per florist supply. Chapter 6 applies to bouquet-suitable goods.