HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0805.50 – Fruit, edible; lemons (Citrus limon, Citrus limonum), limes (Citrus aurantifolia, Citrus latifolia), fresh or dried
HS code 0805.50 is the 6-digit subheading for fruit, edible, lemons (Citrus limon, Citrus limonum), limes (Citrus aurantifolia, Citrus latifolia), fresh or dried. It is used for eureka lemons, lisbon lemons, meyer lemons, persian limes and key limes.
What HS 0805.50 covers
This HS code covers the international trade of fresh or dried lemons and limes, essential commodities in global commerce due to their widespread use in culinary, beverage, and industrial applications. Mexico, Argentina, Spain, and Brazil are dominant exporters, supplying these versatile citrus fruits to markets across the globe. Major importers include the United States, the European Union, and Canada, where year-round demand is robust. The trade is characterized by large-scale cultivation, efficient harvesting, and sophisticated cold chain management to ensure freshness. Varietal differences (e.g., Eureka lemons, Persian limes) and organic certification play a role in market segmentation. Their indispensable nature ensures a consistently high volume of trade, making them a critical component of the fresh fruit market.
- Covers
- Eureka lemons
- Lisbon lemons
- Meyer lemons
- Persian limes
- Key limes
- Dried lemon slices
- Organic limes
- Examples
- Sunkist lemons
- Limoneira lemons
- Mexican limes
- Dole limes
Codes often confused with 0805.50
Common mistake. Generally distinct, but could be broadly categorized under 080590 if not specifically identified, though this is less common due to their high trade volume.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 080550, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 080550 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 $1.0B 22% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $732M 15% of world exports
- 3 South Africa $531M 11% of world exports
World total: $4.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.0B 20% of world imports
- 2 Germany $531M 10% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $401M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $5.2B 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 0805.50
Brazil does not split HS 0805.50: its NCM code is 0805.50.00.
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 0805.50
What is HS code 080550?
HS code 080550 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fruit, edible; lemons (Citrus limon, Citrus limonum), limes (Citrus aurantifolia, Citrus latifolia), fresh or dried. This HS code covers the international trade of fresh or dried lemons and limes, essential commodities in global commerce due to their widespread use in culinary, beverage, and industrial applications. Mexico, Argentina, Spain, and Brazil are dominant exporters, supplying these versatile citrus fruits to markets across the globe. Major importers include the United States, the European Union, and Canada, where year-round demand is robust. The trade is characterized by large-scale cultivation, efficient harvesting, and sophisticated cold chain management to ensure freshness. Varietal differences (e.g., Eureka lemons, Persian limes) and organic certification play a role in market segmentation. Their indispensable nature ensures a consistently high volume of trade, making them a critical component of the fresh fruit market.
What products fall under HS code 080550?
Eureka lemons, Lisbon lemons, Meyer lemons, Persian limes, Key limes, dried lemon slices, organic limes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 080550?
Generally distinct, but could be broadly categorized under 080590 if not specifically identified, though this is less common due to their high trade volume.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 080550?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 080550 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($1.0B, 22% of world exports), Mexico ($732M) and South Africa ($531M). World exports came to about $4.8B, 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 080550?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 080550 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.0B, 20% of world imports), Germany ($531M) and the Netherlands ($401M). World imports came to about $5.2B, 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 080550 structured?
HS code 080550 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 (50) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 080550?
In Brazil, HS code 080550 is NCM 0805.50.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.