HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0807.20 – Fruit, edible; papaws (papayas), fresh
HS code 0807.20 is the 6-digit subheading for fruit, edible, papaws (papayas), fresh. It is used for solo Papaya, maradol Papaya, tainung Papaya, sunrise Papaya and caribbean Red Papaya.
What HS 0807.20 covers
This HS code covers fresh papayas, a tropical fruit highly valued in international trade for its sweet, musky flavor, vibrant color, and nutritional benefits. Due to their delicate nature and short shelf life, papayas require meticulous handling, specialized packaging, and often air freight for rapid delivery to distant markets, particularly in temperate regions. Major producing countries include India, Brazil, Mexico, and Indonesia, which export to North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. Importers prioritize fruit ripeness, absence of blemishes, and adherence to strict phytosanitary regulations to prevent the introduction of pests. The trade is characterized by a focus on maintaining the cold chain and managing transit times to ensure optimal quality upon arrival, catering to a growing global demand for exotic and healthy fruits.
- Covers
- Solo Papaya
- Maradol Papaya
- Tainung Papaya
- Sunrise Papaya
- Caribbean Red Papaya
- Hawaiian Papaya
- Examples
- Del Monte Papayas
- Chiquita Papayas
- Brooks Tropicals Papayas
- Fresca Papayas
Codes often confused with 0807.20
Common mistake. Can be confused with 080719 (other fresh melons) due to similar size and tropical origin, or 081090 (other fresh fruit n.e.s.) if not specifically identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 080720, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 080720 in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 38% 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 Mexico $132M 36% of world exports
- 2 Brazil $75M 21% of world exports
- 3 United States $26M 7.1% of world exports
World total: $361M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $165M 38% of world imports
- 2 Portugal $42M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 Spain $31M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $439M 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 0807.20
Brazil does not split HS 0807.20: its NCM code is 0807.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 08.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0807.20
What is HS code 080720?
HS code 080720 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fruit, edible; papaws (papayas), fresh. This HS code covers fresh papayas, a tropical fruit highly valued in international trade for its sweet, musky flavor, vibrant color, and nutritional benefits. Due to their delicate nature and short shelf life, papayas require meticulous handling, specialized packaging, and often air freight for rapid delivery to distant markets, particularly in temperate regions. Major producing countries include India, Brazil, Mexico, and Indonesia, which export to North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. Importers prioritize fruit ripeness, absence of blemishes, and adherence to strict phytosanitary regulations to prevent the introduction of pests. The trade is characterized by a focus on maintaining the cold chain and managing transit times to ensure optimal quality upon arrival, catering to a growing global demand for exotic and healthy fruits.
What products fall under HS code 080720?
Solo Papaya, Maradol Papaya, Tainung Papaya, Sunrise Papaya, Caribbean Red Papaya, Hawaiian Papaya
What are common misclassifications for HS code 080720?
Can be confused with 080719 (other fresh melons) due to similar size and tropical origin, or 081090 (other fresh fruit n.e.s.) if not specifically identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 080720?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 080720 in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($132M, 36% of world exports), Brazil ($75M) and the United States ($26M). World exports came to about $361M, 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 080720?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 080720 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($165M, 38% of world imports), Portugal ($42M) and Spain ($31M). World imports came to about $439M, 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 080720 structured?
HS code 080720 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (08) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) 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 080720?
In Brazil, HS code 080720 is NCM 0807.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.