Find HS Code and trade information for planter

Planter

A planter is a container designed to grow plants. They come in a wide variety of materials, sizes, and styles, serving both functional and aesthetic purposes.

Materials

• Terracotta: A porous clay material, offering good drainage and breathability. Commonly used for its classic appearance and suitability for many plant types. Prone to cracking in freezing temperatures if not protected.
• Plastic: Lightweight, durable, and inexpensive. Available in numerous colors and styles. Can become brittle with prolonged UV exposure. Less breathable than terracotta.
• Ceramic: Non-porous, offering good moisture retention. Often glazed for decorative effect. Can be heavier than plastic or terracotta.
• Metal: Offers a modern aesthetic and durability. Can heat up significantly in direct sunlight, potentially affecting roots. Often requires a liner to prevent rust and protect plant roots.
• Wood: Provides a natural look. Requires treatment to prevent rot and decay. Can be heavy, especially when filled with soil.
• Concrete: Durable and heavy, providing stability. Can be porous or sealed. Often used for larger plants or outdoor installations.
• Fiberglass: Lightweight and durable, resistant to cracking and fading. Can mimic other materials like terracotta or stone.
• Self-Watering Planters: Often plastic, these incorporate a reservoir to provide water to the plant roots over time.

Purpose & Function

The primary function of a planter is to contain a growing medium (soil, peat moss, etc.) and provide a stable environment for plant roots. They protect roots from extreme temperatures, provide support, and facilitate drainage. Aesthetically, planters enhance the visual appeal of plants and the surrounding environment.

Usage Scenarios

• Indoor Plants: Used to house houseplants, adding greenery and improving air quality.
• Outdoor Gardens: Used for flowers, vegetables, herbs, and shrubs.
• Balcony/Patio Gardening: Suitable for smaller spaces where in-ground planting is not possible.
• Vertical Gardening: Specialized planters designed to be mounted on walls or fences.
• Hydroponics: Some planters are designed for hydroponic growing systems, where plants are grown without soil.

Common Types

• Hanging Planters: Suspended from ceilings, walls, or brackets.
• Window Boxes: Long, narrow planters designed to be placed on window sills.
• Raised Garden Beds: Larger, elevated planters used for vegetable gardening.
• Self-Watering Planters: Incorporate a water reservoir to reduce watering frequency.
• Cachepots: Decorative outer containers that hold nursery pots.
• Terracotta Pots: Traditional clay pots, often with drainage holes.
• Urns: Large, decorative planters often used for entryways or patios.
• Troughs: Long, rectangular planters suitable for multiple plants.
• Smart Planters: Incorporate sensors and automated watering systems.

Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant to “planter”:

• 6909900000: This HS code covers ceramic wares for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses; ceramic troughs, tubs and similar receptacles of a kind used in agriculture; ceramic pots, jars and similar articles of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods: Other. This includes ceramic pots which could be used as planters.

  • 69: Ceramic products.
  • 09: Ceramic wares for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses.
  • 900000: Other – covering items not specifically classified elsewhere within heading 6909. The tax rate details are: Basic tariff: 4.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%. Total tariff: 59.0%.

• 3926901000: This HS code covers other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Buckets and pails. Plastic planters could fall under this classification if they resemble buckets or pails in form.

  • 39: Plastics and articles thereof.
  • 26: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials.
  • 901000: Buckets and pails. The tax rate details are: Basic tariff: 3.4%, Additional tariff: 7.5%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%. Total tariff: 40.9%.

• 4421918800: This HS code covers other articles of wood: Other: Of bamboo: Canoe paddles. While seemingly unrelated, if the planter is constructed from bamboo, it could be classified under this code.

  • 44: Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal.
  • 21: Other articles of wood.
  • 918800: Of bamboo. The tax rate details are: Basic tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 0.0%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%. Total tariff: 30.0%.

• 4421998800: This HS code covers other articles of wood: Other: Other: Canoe paddles. If the planter is constructed from wood other than bamboo, it could be classified under this code.

  • 44: Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal.
  • 21: Other articles of wood.
  • 998800: Other. The tax rate details are: Basic tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 7.5%, Post-April 2, 2025, additional tariff: 30.0%. Total tariff: 37.5%.