HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0809.10 – Fruit, edible; apricots, fresh
HS code 0809.10 is the 6-digit subheading for fruit, edible, apricots, fresh. It is used for blenheim Apricots, tilton Apricots, royal Apricots, goldbar Apricots and perfection Apricots.
What HS 0809.10 covers
This HS code covers fresh apricots, a delicate stone fruit highly valued for its sweet-tart flavor and soft, fuzzy skin. International trade in fresh apricots is challenging due to their extreme perishability and short harvest season, necessitating rapid transport and meticulous cold chain management. Major producing and exporting countries include Turkey, Iran, Uzbekistan, and Spain, which supply markets primarily in Europe and parts of Asia. Importers prioritize fruit ripeness, absence of blemishes, and consistent quality. The trade is highly seasonal, with peak demand during summer months, and involves strict phytosanitary controls. Consumer preferences lean towards firm, brightly colored fruit, driving efforts in packaging innovation to protect the delicate produce during transit and extend its market reach.
- Covers
- Blenheim Apricots
- Tilton Apricots
- Royal Apricots
- Goldbar Apricots
- Perfection Apricots
- Moorpark Apricots
- Examples
- California Apricots
- Turkish Apricots
- Stemilt Apricots
- Oppy Apricots
Codes often confused with 0809.10
Common mistake. Could be confused with 080921 (sour cherries) or 080929 (other cherries) due to being stone fruits, or 0813 (dried apricots) if processed.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 080910, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 080910 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 23% 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 $202M 35% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $88M 15% of world exports
- 3 Italy $72M 13% of world exports
World total: $571M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $135M 23% of world imports
- 2 Russia* ~$47M 8.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Poland $30M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $584M 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 0809.10
Brazil does not split HS 0809.10: its NCM code is 0809.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 08.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0809.10
What is HS code 080910?
HS code 080910 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fruit, edible; apricots, fresh. This HS code covers fresh apricots, a delicate stone fruit highly valued for its sweet-tart flavor and soft, fuzzy skin. International trade in fresh apricots is challenging due to their extreme perishability and short harvest season, necessitating rapid transport and meticulous cold chain management. Major producing and exporting countries include Turkey, Iran, Uzbekistan, and Spain, which supply markets primarily in Europe and parts of Asia. Importers prioritize fruit ripeness, absence of blemishes, and consistent quality. The trade is highly seasonal, with peak demand during summer months, and involves strict phytosanitary controls. Consumer preferences lean towards firm, brightly colored fruit, driving efforts in packaging innovation to protect the delicate produce during transit and extend its market reach.
What products fall under HS code 080910?
Blenheim Apricots, Tilton Apricots, Royal Apricots, Goldbar Apricots, Perfection Apricots, Moorpark Apricots
What are common misclassifications for HS code 080910?
Could be confused with 080921 (sour cherries) or 080929 (other cherries) due to being stone fruits, or 0813 (dried apricots) if processed.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 080910?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 080910 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($202M, 35% of world exports), Türkiye ($88M) and Italy ($72M). World exports came to about $571M, 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 080910?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 080910 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($135M, 23% of world imports), Russia (about $47M) and Poland ($30M). World imports came to about $584M, 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 080910 structured?
HS code 080910 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (08) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 080910?
In Brazil, HS code 080910 is NCM 0809.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.