HS Code 0601
Bulbs, Tubers, and Chicory Roots
HS code 0601 is used for dormant or flowering bulbs, tubers, corms, and rhizomes, as well as chicory roots, essential for the horticulture and nursery industrie
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HS Code 0601 — Bulbs, Tubers, and Chicory Roots
This code applies to dormant or growing plant bulbs, tubers, and rhizomes used for cultivation or floral displays. It also includes chicory plants and roots, provided they are not for coffee manufacture.
What's included
- Tulip bulbs
- Lily bulbs
- Dahlia tubers
- Gladiolus corms
- Chicory plants
What's excluded
- Edible potatoes → use
0701(Potatoes are classified as vegetables.) - Roasted chicory roots → use
2101(Processed chicory for coffee substitutes falls under Chapter 21.)
Common examples
- Dutch tulip bulbs for landscaping
- Mixed flower bulbs for retail
- Dormant iris rhizomes
- Live chicory plants for replanting
Frequently asked questions
Do bulbs require a phytosanitary certificate?
Yes, almost all international shipments of bulbs require a certificate to prevent the spread of soil-borne pests.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 12%
- Documentation: Subject to invasive species inspections and soil-free requirements in many jurisdictions.
- Typical shipping mode: Reefer
- Top exporters: Netherlands, United Kingdom, New Zealand
- Top importers: United States, Germany, China
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Key takeaway
Ensure bulbs are free of soil to avoid rejection by customs agricultural inspectors.
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