New Tariffs Hit Floral Imports August 7 – What You Need to Know
- August 11, 2025
- 3 minutes read
Global Imports, Local Impact: Understanding the New Floral Tariffs
Effective August 7, 2025, the United States implemented new tariffs on a wide range of imported floral products. These changes may directly affect the cost of doing business for florists, particularly when it comes to imported cut flowers, vases, ribbon, and floral foam.
If you rely on international suppliers for your inventory, it’s important to understand what these tariffs mean, how they work, and what you can do to prepare.
Products and Countries Affected by Tariffs (Effective August 7, 2025)
Cut Flowers
| Country | New Tariff Rate |
| Colombia | 10% |
| Ecuador | 15% |
| Canada | 0% (USMCA) |
| Netherlands | 15% |
| Mexico | 0% (USMCA) |
| Thailand | 19% |
Floral Foam
| Country | New Tariff Rate |
| South Korea | 15% |
| Ireland | 15% (EU adjustment) |
| Canada | 0% (USMCA) |
Ribbon
| Country | New Tariff Rate |
| Taiwan | 20% |
| China | 30% (Pending final deal by 11/09/25) |
| South Korea | 15% |
Glass Vases
| Country | New Tariff Rate |
| China | 30% (Pending) |
| India | 25% (Could go up to 50%) |
| Mexico | 0% (USMCA) |
Ceramic Vases
| Country | New Tariff Rate |
| China | 30% (Pending) |
| Vietnam | 20% |
| India | 25% (Could go up to 50%) |
| Mexico | 0% (USMCA) |
What This Means for Your Business
If you purchase floral products from international suppliers, you may start to see:
- Higher supply costs, particularly for hard goods
- Changes in supplier pricing or product availability, as vendors adjust sourcing strategies
- A need to adjust your own pricing to maintain healthy profit margins
How to Prepare
- Review Your Supply Chain
- Ask your vendors about the country of origin for each product.
- Don’t assume that purchasing from a U.S.-based distributor means the product was manufactured in the U.S.
- Explore Tariff-Free Alternatives
- Look into sourcing from countries covered under the USMCA trade agreement, such as Mexico and Canada.
- Consider U.S.-made alternatives where available.
- Use Technology to Control Costs
- Track your recipe costs and margins automatically with BloomNation’s built-in tools.
- Optimize delivery routes to save on time and fuel.
- Automate repetitive tasks with BloomNation’s AI Assistant to reduce labor costs and focus on customer service.
Important Note on China
The United States and China are still negotiating final trade terms. The new tariff increase deadline was pushed to November 9th, 2025. As of right now, the tariff on most Chinese imports is 30% (ribbon, glass vases, and ceramic containers, etc.) Staying aware of this deadline is critical if you source from China or purchase from vendors who do.
Supporting You Through the Transition
At BloomNation, we’re committed to helping florists stay informed and resilient in the face of changing market conditions. If you need assistance with pricing strategies, cost tracking, or identifying new supply options, our team is here to help.
As new policies roll out, we’ll continue to provide updates, tools, and support to help your business adapt and thrive.
