HTS Chapter 6 — Live Trees and Plants Tariff Rates (2026)

Includes bulbs, roots, cut flowers, ornamental foliage, live trees, shrubs, and other plants used in horticulture and floristry.

Rate Overview

3.2%

Avg MFN Rate

10%

Section 122

N/A

Section 232

7.5-100%

Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 6

HTS Code	Description	MFN Rate	Sec 232	Sec 301
0603	Cut flowers and flower buds	6.4%	N/A	N/A

Common Products

Cut flowersRose plantsOrchidsBulbs and tubersChristmas treesLive shrubsMushroom spawnOrnamental foliage

Chapter 6 of the HTS — Live Trees and Plants — is among the most tariff-impacted categories in US trade. Includes bulbs, roots, cut flowers, ornamental foliage, live trees, shrubs, and other plants used in horticulture and floristry. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 3.2%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Cut flowers, Rose plants, Orchids, Bulbs and tubers, Christmas trees, Live shrubs, Mushroom spawn, Ornamental foliage. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 7, Chapter 8, Chapter 12, Chapter 14, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 6 (Live Trees and Plants)?

The average MFN duty rate for live trees and plants is 3.2%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.

What products are in HTS Chapter 6?

Chapter 6 covers live trees and plants, including Cut flowers, Rose plants, Orchids, Bulbs and tubers, Christmas trees. Related chapters include Chapter 7, Chapter 8, Chapter 12, Chapter 14.

Are live trees and plants subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?

Section 232 tariffs generally do not apply to products in this chapter. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.