HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0705.19 – Vegetables; lettuce (lactuca sativa), (other than cabbage lettuce), fresh or chilled
HS code 0705.19 is the 6-digit subheading for vegetables, lettuce (lactuca sativa), (other than cabbage lettuce), fresh or chilled. It is used for romaine lettuce, green leaf lettuce, red leaf lettuce, oak leaf lettuce and lollo Rosso lettuce.
What HS 0705.19 covers
This HS code encompasses the international trade of all fresh or chilled lettuce varieties that do not form a compact 'head,' such as Romaine, loose-leaf, and various crisphead types (excluding iceberg). These lettuces are highly valued for their diverse textures, colors, and flavors, driving significant global trade, particularly to meet demand in urban centers and for pre-packaged salad mixes. Major exporters, including the United States, Spain, and Mexico, supply key importing markets like Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom. The trade requires meticulous cold chain management and highly efficient logistics to ensure these delicate greens arrive fresh and unblemished, given their inherently short shelf life. Consumer trends towards healthier eating continue to bolster demand for these versatile leafy greens.
- Covers
- Romaine lettuce
- Green leaf lettuce
- Red leaf lettuce
- Oak leaf lettuce
- Lollo Rosso lettuce
- Black Seeded Simpson lettuce
- Examples
- Little Gem Romaine
- Red Salad Bowl
- Black Seeded Simpson
- Grand Rapids
Codes often confused with 0705.19
Common mistake. This code is clearly distinguished from 070511 (head lettuce like iceberg). It could be confused with other leafy greens like spinach (070970) or some Brassica greens (070490) if not carefully identified as *Lactuca sativa*.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 070519, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 070519 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 19% 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 Spain $491M 25% of world exports
- 2 United States $476M 24% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $285M 14% of world exports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Canada $401M 19% of world imports
- 2 Germany $372M 17% of world imports
- 3 United States $362M 17% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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.
Brazil NCM code for 0705.19
Brazil does not split HS 0705.19: its NCM code is 0705.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 07.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0705.19
What is HS code 070519?
HS code 070519 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vegetables; lettuce (lactuca sativa), (other than cabbage lettuce), fresh or chilled. This HS code encompasses the international trade of all fresh or chilled lettuce varieties that do not form a compact 'head,' such as Romaine, loose-leaf, and various crisphead types (excluding iceberg). These lettuces are highly valued for their diverse textures, colors, and flavors, driving significant global trade, particularly to meet demand in urban centers and for pre-packaged salad mixes. Major exporters, including the United States, Spain, and Mexico, supply key importing markets like Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom. The trade requires meticulous cold chain management and highly efficient logistics to ensure these delicate greens arrive fresh and unblemished, given their inherently short shelf life. Consumer trends towards healthier eating continue to bolster demand for these versatile leafy greens.
What products fall under HS code 070519?
Romaine lettuce, Green leaf lettuce, Red leaf lettuce, Oak leaf lettuce, Lollo Rosso lettuce, Black Seeded Simpson lettuce
What are common misclassifications for HS code 070519?
This code is clearly distinguished from 070511 (head lettuce like iceberg). It could be confused with other leafy greens like spinach (070970) or some Brassica greens (070490) if not carefully identified as *Lactuca sativa*.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 070519?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 070519 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($491M, 25% of world exports), the United States ($476M) and Mexico ($285M). World exports came to about $2.0B, 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 070519?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 070519 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($401M, 19% of world imports), Germany ($372M) and the United States ($362M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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 070519 structured?
HS code 070519 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (07) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 070519?
In Brazil, HS code 070519 is NCM 0705.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.