What is the HS code for fresh bananas?
Use it as a chapter cue, then verify the final choice against heading and subheading legal wording.
HS-2 · Chapter 08
HS chapter 08: Edible fruit and nuts
Section II — Vegetable products
Goods classified under this chapter include a variety of edible fruits and nuts, such as fresh bananas and dried figs. For example, if you're importing fresh avocados from Mexico, this chapter will guide you through the correct classification process.
To determine the appropriate HS-4 code, start by identifying the specific type of fruit or nut. For instance, if you're dealing with fresh grapes, you would look at heading 0806. Pay attention to packaging and whether the product is fresh or dried, as this influences the correct subheading.
Once you narrow down to HS-4, you can drill down to HS-6 by checking any additional notes or exclusions in the chapter. For example, if your shipment includes dried fruits not specifically listed under 0801 to 0806, you might need to consider 0813 for dried mixtures.
It's also vital to consider end-use. If your product has been cooked or preserved, you may need to refer to headings like 0811 or 0812. Always review the specific notes related to each heading to avoid misclassification.
Terms & reference phrasing
These are common trade terms used for this chapter. Use them as context, not as a substitute for legal wording.
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- HS code for fresh avocados from Mexico
- classification of dried fruits for import
- how to classify nuts for export
- requirements for importing citrus fruits
- understanding HS-4 codes for fruits
- notes for fruit and nut classifications
- how to handle mixed dried fruits in HS codes
- differences between fresh and dried fruit codes
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Example products reflect typical trade descriptions. The questions below mirror practical doubts teams raise during filing.
Example products
- Fresh bananas from Ecuador
- Dried figs imported from Turkey
- Fresh avocados from Mexico
- Frozen grapes for processing
- Citrus fruits like oranges from Spain
- Dried apricots from California
- Fresh watermelons from the USA
- Coconut water from the Philippines
Common classification questions
How do I classify dried figs for import?
Confirm composition, processing stage, and end-use in your documents before mapping to country digits.
Is there a specific code for avocados?
Use it as a chapter cue, then verify the final choice against heading and subheading legal wording.
What are the requirements for importing citrus fruits?
Confirm composition, processing stage, and end-use in your documents before mapping to country digits.
How to classify mixed dried fruits?
Use it as a chapter cue, then verify the final choice against heading and subheading legal wording.
What notes should I check for nuts classification?
Use it as a chapter cue, then verify the final choice against heading and subheading legal wording.
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What is the HS code for fresh grapes?
- Fresh grapes fall under HS-4 code **0806**.
- How do I classify dried fruits?
- Dried fruits not specifically listed under **0801** to **0806** may be classified under **0813**.
- Are there specific codes for citrus fruits?
- Yes, fresh citrus fruits are classified under **0805**.
- What should I check for packaging?
- Ensure to check if the product is fresh, dried, or preserved, as this affects the classification.
- Can I import mixed nuts?
- Yes, but check if they fall under **0801** or **0813** based on their form and packaging.
- What if my fruit is cooked or preserved?
- You would likely classify it under **0811** or **0812** depending on the preservation method.
- How do I find the right HS-6 code?
- After identifying the HS-4 code, refer to any specific notes or exclusions in the chapter to determine the HS-6.
All HS-4 headings in chapter 08 (14)
Each HS-4 links to a dedicated page with plain-English explanation, HS-6 subheadings, and FAQs. Use Browse to open the lookup in heading mode for that line.
0801
Nuts, edible; coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled
0802
Nuts (excluding coconuts, Brazils and cashew nuts); fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled
0803
Bananas, including plantains; fresh or dried
0804
Dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes and mangosteens; fresh or dried
0805
Citrus fruit; fresh or dried
0806
Grapes; fresh or dried
0807
Melons (including watermelons) and papaws (papayas); fresh
0808
Apples, pears and quinces; fresh
0809
Apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh
0810
Fruit, fresh; n.e.c. in chapter 08
0811
Fruit and nuts; uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, frozen, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
0812
Fruit and nuts provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption
0813
Fruit, dried, other than that of heading no. 0801 to 0806; mixtures of nuts or dried fruits of this chapter
0814
Peel of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons); fresh, frozen dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water or in other preservative solutions
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