Hawaii Revised Statutes Division 1. Government § 147-31

For the purposes of this part, unless otherwise required by the context:

“Commercial exporter” means any person who exports or causes to be exported from the State of Hawaii: (1) any fresh or processed flowers or foliage to a wholesaler or retailer for sale or resale or for distribution for commercial or promotional purposes, or (2) any fresh or processed flowers or foliage as a gift for subsequent sale or resale.

“Container” means package used for the export shipment.

“Department” means the department of agriculture.

“Export” means shipment to any point outside the State.

“Flowers and foliage” means cut flowers, foliage, and plants with roots attached.

“Method of packaging” means the manner in which flowers are placed in the container and procedures used to insure retention of desirable qualities in the flowers and foliage.

“Packing material” means anything used in packaging flowers or foliage for shipment other than the container.

“Person” means any individual, firm, corporation, partnership, or association.