Customs Clearance Flowers & Plants for Israel
Aircargo.nl handles the complete customs clearance for Flowers & Plants to and from Israel. AEO-F certified, experienced with the specific permits, certificates, and origin documents for this combination.
For Flowers & Plants between the Netherlands and Israel require attention on multiple fronts. On one side, product-specific rules apply for Flowers & Plants (HS codes, certificates, possibly DGR). On the other side, the trade regime between the EU and Israel (Derde land met vrijhandelsakkoord) determines which import duties and origin documents apply.
On this page you will find the combination: what specifically applies to Flowers & Plants, plus what applies specifically to Israel, plus how Aircargo.nl handles this combination daily.
For Flowers & Plants from or to Israel, you can benefit from the free trade agreement between the EU and Israel. Origin document: EUR.1. With correct origin declaration, 0% or reduced import duties apply. Note: Flowers & Plants often have product-specific origin rules (Product Specific Rules). We verify in advance if your shipment qualifies.
Specific Rules for Flowers & Plants
Flowers and plants are phytosanitary sensitive. For every shipment from a third country, Dutch Customs plus the NVWA require a valid phytosanitary certificate. For CITES species (orchids, certain cycas varieties) a CITES permit is additionally required. Inspections are consistently more stringent than for ordinary goods due to strict visual inspection protocols.
HS Code Examples:
Cut flowers — chapter 06: 0603.11 roses, 0603.12 carnations, 0603.19 other fresh cut flowers. Live plants: 0602.90 other live plants. Bulbs and tubers: 0601.10. For export use 8-digit CN codes, for import 10-digit TARIC codes.
Specific Rules for Israel
EU-Israel Association Agreement effective since 2000: 0% duties for most industrial goods under rules of origin. EUR.1 is the standard document. Israeli customs are generally efficient. Specific rules apply for products originating from settlement areas in the West Bank (no preferential tariffs). Standard security checks at both export and import due to geopolitical context.
Typical Documents:
Commercial invoice, packing list, Air Waybill, EUR.1 for preferential origin (ensure production falls within correct Israeli borders), optionally security declaration depending on product.
Import Duties and Charges for Flowers & Plants Israel
Import duties on cut flowers from non-EU countries generally range from 5-12% depending on type and season. Under free trade agreements (Kenya under EBA, Israel, Morocco) duties are often 0%. On top of import duties there is 9% VAT for fresh flowers in the Netherlands.
Under which regime: Israel falls under “Derde land met vrijhandelsakkoord.” Origin document for preferential tariff: EUR.1. We calculate exactly what you owe in advance and prepare the correct origin document.
Our ACE license (Authorized Consignor) allows flower shipments to come directly from Schiphol to our facility in Aalsmeer — crucial due to the short shelf life. With our DPO license (Deferred Payment), we invoice import duties grouped instead of per shipment.
Key Figures Flowers & Plants Israel
Frequently Asked Questions about Flowers & Plants Israel
How long does customs clearance take for Flowers & Plants from Israel?
With correct documentation, clearance typically occurs within a few hours at Schiphol. For Israel shipments, we use 2-4 hours at Schiphol; Israeli side 4-8 hours (can be longer with security inspections) as a benchmark. For Flowers & Plants, additional inspections (phytosanitary, veterinary, NVWA) may require extra time — we notify you in advance to minimize waiting times.
What documents do I need for Flowers & Plants Israel?
For Flowers & Plants: see the product-specific certificates above. For Israel: see typical documents above. The combination means we gather both sets and coordinate them. You provide commercial invoice, packing list, and any certificates — we validate and prepare the declaration.
Can I pay import duties for this flow in a grouped manner?
Yes. Under our DPO permit (Deferred Payment Option), you can pay import duties and VAT for Flowers & Plants from Israel collectively — monthly instead of per shipment.
Which origin document do I use for preferential tariff?
EUR.1. We prepare this document under our authorization as customs agents, provided the origin rules (including product-specific rules for Flowers & Plants) are met.
How does your service work in practice?
We handle the entire process: pre-declaration (Pre-Lodgement), import declaration (DMS), any NVWA notifications for Flowers & Plants, and payment processing under DPO if desired. You get a single point of contact for the whole clearance.
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