HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0805.40 – Fruit, edible; grapefruit and pomelos, fresh or dried
HS code 0805.40 is the 6-digit subheading for fruit, edible, grapefruit and pomelos, fresh or dried. It is used for ruby Red grapefruit, white grapefruit, star Ruby grapefruit, oro Blanco pomelos and chandler pomelos.
What HS 0805.40 covers
HS code 080540 encompasses the global trade of fresh or dried grapefruit and pomelos, two distinct but related citrus fruits. China, South Africa, and the United States are major exporters, supplying these fruits for fresh consumption and juice processing worldwide. Key importing markets include the European Union, Japan, and Canada, where demand for their unique tart-to-sweet flavors and high vitamin C content is consistent. The trade involves managing varietal differences (e.g., Ruby Red grapefruit, Oro Blanco pomelos), ensuring proper cold chain logistics, and adhering to strict phytosanitary standards. The market for these fruits is driven by health-conscious consumers and culinary applications, with a growing emphasis on organic and sustainably sourced options.
- Covers
- Ruby Red grapefruit
- White grapefruit
- Star Ruby grapefruit
- Oro Blanco pomelos
- Chandler pomelos
- Dried grapefruit segments
- Organic pomelos
- Examples
- Florida grapefruit
- Texas Rio Star grapefruit
- Indian River grapefruit
- Sunkist pomelos
Codes often confused with 0805.40
Common mistake. Less prone to confusion with other citrus due to their distinct size and appearance, but could be broadly grouped under 080590 if not specifically identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 080540, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 080540 in UN Comtrade data was South Africa, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 16% 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 South Africa $140M 17% of world exports
- 2 China $129M 16% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $109M 13% of world exports
World total: $823M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $155M 16% of world imports
- 2 China $120M 12% of world imports
- 3 Russia* ~$80M 8.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $989M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 0805.40
Brazil does not split HS 0805.40: its NCM code is 0805.40.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 08.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0805.40
What is HS code 080540?
HS code 080540 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fruit, edible; grapefruit and pomelos, fresh or dried. HS code 080540 encompasses the global trade of fresh or dried grapefruit and pomelos, two distinct but related citrus fruits. China, South Africa, and the United States are major exporters, supplying these fruits for fresh consumption and juice processing worldwide. Key importing markets include the European Union, Japan, and Canada, where demand for their unique tart-to-sweet flavors and high vitamin C content is consistent. The trade involves managing varietal differences (e.g., Ruby Red grapefruit, Oro Blanco pomelos), ensuring proper cold chain logistics, and adhering to strict phytosanitary standards. The market for these fruits is driven by health-conscious consumers and culinary applications, with a growing emphasis on organic and sustainably sourced options.
What products fall under HS code 080540?
Ruby Red grapefruit, White grapefruit, Star Ruby grapefruit, Oro Blanco pomelos, Chandler pomelos, dried grapefruit segments, organic pomelos
What are common misclassifications for HS code 080540?
Less prone to confusion with other citrus due to their distinct size and appearance, but could be broadly grouped under 080590 if not specifically identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 080540?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 080540 in UN Comtrade data were South Africa ($140M, 17% of world exports), China ($129M) and the Netherlands ($109M). World exports came to about $823M, 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 080540?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 080540 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($155M, 16% of world imports), China ($120M) and Russia (about $80M). World imports came to about $989M, 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 080540 structured?
HS code 080540 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (08) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 080540?
In Brazil, HS code 080540 is NCM 0805.40.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.