HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0708.20 – Vegetables, leguminous; beans (vigna spp., phaseolus spp.), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled
HS code 0708.20 is the 6-digit subheading for vegetables, leguminous, beans (vigna spp., phaseolus spp.), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled. It is used for green beans, french beans, runner beans, broad beans and fava beans.
What HS 0708.20 covers
This HS code encompasses a wide array of fresh or chilled beans, including common varieties like green beans, runner beans, and broad beans, whether shelled or unshelled. Beans are a global dietary staple, rich in protein and fiber, and are traded extensively for fresh consumption, canning, and freezing. International trade is driven by diverse culinary uses, year-round demand, and the necessity to source from different growing regions to ensure continuous supply. Major agricultural producers in various climates export to markets worldwide, while importers include countries with large populations, diverse food industries, and a consistent need for fresh legumes. Efficient logistics are crucial for preserving quality.
- Covers
- Green beans
- French beans
- Runner beans
- Broad beans
- Fava beans
- Wax beans
- Haricots verts
- Snap beans
- Examples
- Del Monte Fresh Green Beans
- Dole Fresh Green Beans
- Mann Packing Green Beans
- Melissa's Produce Fava Beans
Codes often confused with 0708.20
Common mistake. Can be confused with other leguminous vegetables like peas (070810) or dried legumes (0713) if not clearly specified as fresh beans, but the distinct pod and seed characteristics differentiate them.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 070820, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 070820 in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 Morocco $300M 27% of world exports
- 2 China $115M 10% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $109M 9.9% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $232M 21% of world imports
- 2 Spain $188M 17% of world imports
- 3 France $119M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 0708.20
Brazil does not split HS 0708.20: its NCM code is 0708.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 07.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0708.20
What is HS code 070820?
HS code 070820 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vegetables, leguminous; beans (vigna spp., phaseolus spp.), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled. This HS code encompasses a wide array of fresh or chilled beans, including common varieties like green beans, runner beans, and broad beans, whether shelled or unshelled. Beans are a global dietary staple, rich in protein and fiber, and are traded extensively for fresh consumption, canning, and freezing. International trade is driven by diverse culinary uses, year-round demand, and the necessity to source from different growing regions to ensure continuous supply. Major agricultural producers in various climates export to markets worldwide, while importers include countries with large populations, diverse food industries, and a consistent need for fresh legumes. Efficient logistics are crucial for preserving quality.
What products fall under HS code 070820?
Green beans, French beans, Runner beans, Broad beans, Fava beans, Wax beans, Haricots verts, Snap beans
What are common misclassifications for HS code 070820?
Can be confused with other leguminous vegetables like peas (070810) or dried legumes (0713) if not clearly specified as fresh beans, but the distinct pod and seed characteristics differentiate them.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 070820?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 070820 in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($300M, 27% of world exports), China ($115M) and Mexico ($109M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 070820?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 070820 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($232M, 21% of world imports), Spain ($188M) and France ($119M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 070820 structured?
HS code 070820 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (07) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 070820?
In Brazil, HS code 070820 is NCM 0708.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.