Bulbs, tubers, tuberous roots, corms, crowns and rhizomes; dormant, in growth or in flower; chicory plants and roots other than roots of heading no. 1212
In plain English
This category includes live plants such as bulbs, tubers, tuberous roots, corms, crowns, and rhizomes, as well as chicory plants and roots that are not classified elsewhere. The items are divided based on their current state, covering those that are dormant, those that are actively growing or flowering, and specific chicory varieties. One group consists of the dormant plant parts, while the other covers the living plants and roots that are in growth or bloom.
6-digit subheadings (2)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Chapter 06 classification notes
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Cut flowers in commercial bouquets sometimes mis-declared under Chapter 04 (preserved fruit); seeds for sowing should be in Chapter 12 not 06.
Classification certainty
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