HS code · 2-digit chapter

HS Code 07 – Vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible

What HS 07 covers

Chapter 07 of the Harmonized System (HS) is dedicated to "Vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible," serving as a cornerstone for agricultural trade worldwide. This crucial chapter encompasses a broad array of plant products intended for human consumption, primarily in their fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, or provisionally preserved forms. The scope is well-defined, covering everything from common staple vegetables like potatoes, tomatoes, and onions to more specialized items such as truffles, artichokes, and various leguminous vegetables. It specifically includes products such as flours, meals, flakes, granules, and pellets derived from dried vegetables of this chapter, expanding its reach beyond whole produce. The boundaries of Chapter 07 are critical for accurate classification. It generally excludes vegetables that have undergone significant processing beyond simple preservation methods, such as cooking, canning, pickling, or preparing with other ingredients, which typically fall under Chapter 20 (Preparations of vegetables). Similarly, certain roots and tubers primarily used for industrial purposes (e.g., starch production) or as animal fodder are excluded, often directed to Chapter 12. Key sub-categories within Chapter 07 are structured by specific vegetable types, including dedicated headings for potatoes (0701), tomatoes (0702), onions, shallots, garlic, and leeks (0703), cabbages and related brassicas (0704), lettuces (0705), carrots and root vegetables (0706), cucumbers (0707), leguminous vegetables (0708), and a comprehensive "other vegetables" category (0709). Further headings address preserved forms like frozen (0710), provisionally preserved (0711), and dried vegetables (0712, 0713), alongside specific roots and tubers like manioc and arrowroot (0714). Accurate classification under Chapter 07 is paramount for trade compliance. It directly impacts applicable tariffs, quotas, import/export licensing requirements, and, crucially, sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) regulations. Given the perishable nature of many products in this chapter, strict food safety standards and inspection protocols are universally applied. Historically, trade in vegetables has been central to global food security and economic development, with seasonal trade patterns and regional specializations driving significant cross-border movements. Understanding this chapter is essential for importers, exporters, customs brokers, and compliance professionals to navigate the complex landscape of international agricultural trade efficiently and avoid costly misclassifications or regulatory hurdles.

Covers
  • Fresh potatoes
  • Chilled tomatoes
  • Frozen broccoli florets
  • Dried onions
  • Garlic bulbs
  • Fresh carrots
  • Organic spinach
  • Fresh green beans
  • Dried chickpeas
  • Lentil flour
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Raw cassava roots
  • Fresh white mushrooms
  • Bell peppers
  • Fresh asparagus spears
  • Fresh corn on the cob
  • Dried green peas
  • Instant potato flakes
  • Taro root
  • Fresh artichokes
  • Fresh kale leaves
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Parsnips
  • Fresh radishes
  • Leeks
Examples

A major produce distributor in the United States regularly imports large shipments of fresh Hass avocados and Roma tomatoes from Mexico via overland freight through customs points like Laredo, Texas, utilizing HS 0708.90 for avocados and 0702.00 for tomatoes, often under preferential tariff treatment provided by the USMCA agreement. Simultaneously, Dutch horticultural companies export significant volumes of greenhouse-grown bell peppers (HS 0709.60) and beefsteak tomatoes (HS 0702.00) to supermarkets across the United Kingdom and Germany, primarily via refrigerated trucks and ferries across the English Channel, requiring strict adherence to EU food safety and phytosanitary standards. Furthermore, large food processors in Western Europe frequently import bulk quantities of individually quick-frozen (IQF) green peas (HS 0710.21) and broccoli florets (HS 0710.80) from China, transported in refrigerated containers via ocean freight, leveraging global supply chains for cost-effective ingredient sourcing. Indian agricultural exporters send substantial consignments of dried split red lentils (masoor dal, HS 0713.40) to various countries in the Middle East, such as UAE and Saudi Arabia, and also to Canada, shipped in bulk containers, where they are a staple food item, benefiting from lower tariffs under various bilateral trade agreements. Finally, Peruvian farmers export fresh sweet potatoes (HS 0714.20) to demanding markets like Japan and the European Union, utilizing specialized refrigerated air and sea cargo to maintain freshness and quality, navigating stringent import regulations concerning pest control and residue limits.

Headings in chapter 07 14

07.01Potatoes; fresh or chilled07.02Tomatoes; fresh or chilled07.03Onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables; fresh or chilled07.04Cabbages, cauliflowers, kohlrabi, kale and similar edible brassicas; fresh or chilled07.05Lettuce (lactuca sativa) and chicory (cichorium spp.) fresh or chilled07.06Carrots, turnips, salad beetroot, salsify, celeriac, radishes and similar edible roots; fresh or chilled07.07Cucumbers and gherkins; fresh or chilled07.08Leguminous vegetables; shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled07.09Vegetables; n.e.c. in chapter 07, fresh or chilled07.10Vegetables (uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water); frozen07.11Vegetables provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption07.12Vegetables, dried; whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder, but not further prepared07.13Vegetables, leguminous; shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried07.14Manioc, arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes, sweet potatoes and similar roots and tubers with high starch or inulin content; fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not sliced or in the form of pellets; sago pith

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Codes often confused with 07

Common mistake. Misclassifying products under Chapter 07 often stems from confusion regarding the level of processing. A common mistake is classifying prepared or preserved vegetables here. For instance, canned green beans or pickled cucumbers, which have undergone cooking, canning, or marinating, belong to **Chapter 20 (Preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants)**, specifically headings like 2005.51 or 2001.90, not Chapter 07. The distinction lies in whether the vegetable is simply fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, or provisionally preserved (Chapter 07) versus being cooked or prepared with added ingredients (Chapter 20). Another frequent error involves certain roots and tubers. While edible manioc (cassava) for human consumption is in 0714, if clearly intended for industrial starch extraction, it might fall under **Chapter 12 (Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder)**, specifically 1212.91. Traders also sometimes confuse botanical fruits (like tomatoes, cucumbers, or bell peppers) that are culinarily used as vegetables with actual fruits of **Chapter 08 (Edible fruit and nuts)**. However, Chapter 07 explicitly covers these "vegetable-fruits" due to their common culinary usage.

2005.51Vegetable preparations; beans, shelled, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen2001.90Vegetable preparations; vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid (excluding cucumbers and gherkins)07.14Manioc, arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes, sweet potatoes and similar roots and tubers with high starch or inulin content; fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not sliced or in the form of pellets; sago pith1212.91Sugar beet; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

Top exporters and importers of HS code 07, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 07 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $11.2B
  2. 2 Netherlands $10.5B
  3. 3 Spain $10.1B

World total: $95.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $14.3B
  2. 2 Germany $9.8B
  3. 3 United Kingdom $5.4B

World total: $98.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Questions about HS 07

What is HS code 07?

HS code 07 is a 2-digit chapter in the Harmonized System that covers: Vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible. Chapter 07 of the Harmonized System (HS) is dedicated to "Vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible," serving as a cornerstone for agricultural trade worldwide. This crucial chapter encompasses a broad array of plant products intended for human consumption, primarily in their fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, or provisionally preserved forms. The scope is well-defined, covering everything from common staple vegetables like potatoes, tomatoes, and onions to more specialized items such as truffles, artichokes, and various leguminous vegetables. It specifically includes products such as flours, meals, flakes, granules, and pellets derived from dried vegetables of this chapter, expanding its reach beyond whole produce. The boundaries of Chapter 07 are critical for accurate classification. It generally excludes vegetables that have undergone significant processing beyond simple preservation methods, such as cooking, canning, pickling, or preparing with other ingredients, which typically fall under Chapter 20 (Preparations of vegetables). Similarly, certain roots and tubers primarily used for industrial purposes (e.g., starch production) or as animal fodder are excluded, often directed to Chapter 12. Key sub-categories within Chapter 07 are structured by specific vegetable types, including dedicated headings for potatoes (0701), tomatoes (0702), onions, shallots, garlic, and leeks (0703), cabbages and related brassicas (0704), lettuces (0705), carrots and root vegetables (0706), cucumbers (0707), leguminous vegetables (0708), and a comprehensive "other vegetables" category (0709). Further headings address preserved forms like frozen (0710), provisionally preserved (0711), and dried vegetables (0712, 0713), alongside specific roots and tubers like manioc and arrowroot (0714). Accurate classification under Chapter 07 is paramount for trade compliance. It directly impacts applicable tariffs, quotas, import/export licensing requirements, and, crucially, sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) regulations. Given the perishable nature of many products in this chapter, strict food safety standards and inspection protocols are universally applied. Historically, trade in vegetables has been central to global food security and economic development, with seasonal trade patterns and regional specializations driving significant cross-border movements. Understanding this chapter is essential for importers, exporters, customs brokers, and compliance professionals to navigate the complex landscape of international agricultural trade efficiently and avoid costly misclassifications or regulatory hurdles.

What products fall under HS code 07?

Fresh potatoes, chilled tomatoes, frozen broccoli florets, dried onions, garlic bulbs, fresh carrots, organic spinach, fresh green beans, dried chickpeas, lentil flour, sweet potatoes, raw cassava roots, fresh white mushrooms, bell peppers, fresh asparagus spears, fresh corn on the cob, dried green peas, instant potato flakes, taro root, fresh artichokes, fresh kale leaves, brussels sprouts, parsnips, fresh radishes, leeks

What are common misclassifications for HS code 07?

Misclassifying products under Chapter 07 often stems from confusion regarding the level of processing. A common mistake is classifying prepared or preserved vegetables here. For instance, canned green beans or pickled cucumbers, which have undergone cooking, canning, or marinating, belong to **Chapter 20 (Preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants)**, specifically headings like 2005.51 or 2001.90, not Chapter 07. The distinction lies in whether the vegetable is simply fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, or provisionally preserved (Chapter 07) versus being cooked or prepared with added ingredients (Chapter 20). Another frequent error involves certain roots and tubers. While edible manioc (cassava) for human consumption is in 0714, if clearly intended for industrial starch extraction, it might fall under **Chapter 12 (Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit; industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder)**, specifically 1212.91. Traders also sometimes confuse botanical fruits (like tomatoes, cucumbers, or bell peppers) that are culinarily used as vegetables with actual fruits of **Chapter 08 (Edible fruit and nuts)**. However, Chapter 07 explicitly covers these "vegetable-fruits" due to their common culinary usage.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 07?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 07 in UN Comtrade data were China ($11.2B, 12% of world exports), the Netherlands ($10.5B) and Spain ($10.1B). World exports came to about $95.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 07?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 07 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($14.3B, 15% of world imports), Germany ($9.8B) and the United Kingdom ($5.4B). World imports came to about $98.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

How is HS code 07 structured?

HS code 07 is a 2-digit chapter code in the Harmonized System maintained by the World Customs Organization. It represents a broad category of goods and contains multiple 4-digit headings and 6-digit subheadings for more specific classifications.