HS Code Subheading

Vegetables; mushrooms of the genus Boletus, fresh or chilled

0709.52 Subheading
Section II — Vegetable products

About HS Code 070952

This code pertains to fresh or chilled mushrooms of the genus Boletus, most notably the highly prized porcini (cèpes). These gourmet mushrooms are largely wild-harvested, making their international trade more seasonal and subject to natural supply fluctuations compared to cultivated varieties. They are highly valued for their rich, earthy flavor and firm texture, commanding premium prices in specialty food markets. Major exporters are typically countries with extensive forest regions conducive to their growth, such as Italy, France, and Eastern European nations. Importers are predominantly high-end restaurants and gourmet retailers in affluent markets like Western Europe, North America, and Japan. The trade demands extremely rapid transport, meticulous handling, and often certification of origin to maintain their delicate quality and high value.

Products Under This Code

Fresh porcini mushrooms, wild boletus mushrooms, king bolete mushrooms, penny bun mushrooms

Real World Examples

Urbani Truffles & Mushrooms (for fresh porcini), Sabatino Tartufi (for fresh porcini), local gourmet suppliers

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with other wild, fresh mushrooms under 070959, or with dried Boletus mushrooms under 071239 if not clearly fresh or chilled.

Products Classified Under 0709.52

Porcini mushrooms

Related Codes

0709.20 Vegetables; asparagus, fresh or chilled 0709.30 Vegetables; aubergines, (e.g. plants), fresh or chilled 0709.40 Vegetables; celery (other than celeriac), fresh or chilled 0709.51 Vegetables; mushrooms of the genus Agaricus, fresh or chilled 0709.53 Vegetables; mushrooms of the genus Cantharellus, fresh or chilled 0709.54 Vegetables; shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes), fresh or chilled 0709.55 Vegetables; matsutake mushrooms (Tricholoma matsutake, Tricholoma magnivelare, Tricholoma anatolicum, Tricholoma dulciolens, Tricholoma caligatum), fresh or chilled 0709.56 Vegetables; truffles (Tuber spp.), fresh or chilled 0709.59 Vegetables; truffles and mushrooms n.e.c. in heading 0709, fresh or chilled 0709.60 Vegetables; fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta, fresh or chilled

Industry

This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.

Trade Overview

Italy, France, and Eastern European countries are key exporters, with Germany, the USA, and Japan being major importers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 070952?

HS code 070952 covers: Vegetables; mushrooms of the genus Boletus, fresh or chilled. This code pertains to fresh or chilled mushrooms of the genus Boletus, most notably the highly prized porcini (cèpes). These gourmet mushrooms are largely wild-harvested, making their international trade more seasonal and subject to natural supply fluctuations compared to cultivated varieties. They are highly valued for their rich, earthy flavor and firm texture, commanding premium prices in specialty food markets. Major exporters are typically countries with extensive forest regions conducive to their growth, such as Italy, France, and Eastern European nations. Importers are predominantly high-end restaurants and gourmet retailers in affluent markets like Western Europe, North America, and Japan. The trade demands extremely rapid transport, meticulous handling, and often certification of origin to maintain their delicate quality and high value.

What products fall under HS code 070952?

Fresh porcini mushrooms, wild boletus mushrooms, king bolete mushrooms, penny bun mushrooms

What are common misclassifications for HS code 070952?

Can be confused with other wild, fresh mushrooms under 070959, or with dried Boletus mushrooms under 071239 if not clearly fresh or chilled.

How is HS code 070952 structured?

HS code 070952 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (07) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (52) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.