HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0809.29 – Fruit, edible; cherries, other than sour cherries (Prunus cerasus), fresh
HS code 0809.29 is the 6-digit subheading for fruit, edible, cherries, other than sour cherries (Prunus cerasus), fresh. It is used for bing cherries, rainier cherries, chelan cherries, lapins cherries and skeena cherries.
What HS 0809.29 covers
This HS code specifically covers the international trade of fresh sweet cherries, distinguishing them from their sour counterparts. Sweet cherries are a highly valued seasonal fruit, often considered a luxury item, driving significant global demand. Major exporting nations include the United States (particularly the Pacific Northwest), Turkey, and Chile, which benefit from diverse climates and counter-seasonal production capabilities. These countries supply markets across Europe, Asia (especially China), and North America, where consumers seek fresh, high-quality produce. The trade in sweet cherries is characterized by a strong emphasis on rapid, refrigerated logistics and careful handling to preserve their delicate nature and short shelf life. Key considerations for traders involve managing harvest windows, ensuring cold chain integrity, and navigating phytosanitary regulations to maintain market access and consumer satisfaction for this premium fruit.
- Covers
- Bing cherries
- Rainier cherries
- Chelan cherries
- Lapins cherries
- Skeena cherries
- Stella cherries
- Sweetheart cherries
- Examples
- Stemilt Growers Cherries
- Rainier Fruit Company Cherries
- Chelan Fresh Cherries
- Northwest Cherry Growers
Codes often confused with 0809.29
Common mistake. This code could be confused with 080921 (sour cherries) due to similar appearance, but the distinction is based on botanical variety and intended use, with sweet cherries primarily for fresh eating.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 080929, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 080929 in UN Comtrade data was Chile, with 58% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 54% 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 Chile $3.3B 58% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $1.0B 19% of world exports
- 3 United States $477M 8.4% of world exports
World total: $5.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $3.4B 54% of world imports
- 2 Hong Kong $1.1B 18% of world imports
- 3 United States $238M 3.8% of world imports
World total: $6.3B 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 0809.29
Brazil does not split HS 0809.29: its NCM code is 0809.29.00.
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 0809.29
What is HS code 080929?
HS code 080929 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fruit, edible; cherries, other than sour cherries (Prunus cerasus), fresh. This HS code specifically covers the international trade of fresh sweet cherries, distinguishing them from their sour counterparts. Sweet cherries are a highly valued seasonal fruit, often considered a luxury item, driving significant global demand. Major exporting nations include the United States (particularly the Pacific Northwest), Turkey, and Chile, which benefit from diverse climates and counter-seasonal production capabilities. These countries supply markets across Europe, Asia (especially China), and North America, where consumers seek fresh, high-quality produce. The trade in sweet cherries is characterized by a strong emphasis on rapid, refrigerated logistics and careful handling to preserve their delicate nature and short shelf life. Key considerations for traders involve managing harvest windows, ensuring cold chain integrity, and navigating phytosanitary regulations to maintain market access and consumer satisfaction for this premium fruit.
What products fall under HS code 080929?
Bing cherries, Rainier cherries, Chelan cherries, Lapins cherries, Skeena cherries, Stella cherries, Sweetheart cherries
What are common misclassifications for HS code 080929?
This code could be confused with 080921 (sour cherries) due to similar appearance, but the distinction is based on botanical variety and intended use, with sweet cherries primarily for fresh eating.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 080929?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 080929 in UN Comtrade data were Chile ($3.3B, 58% of world exports), Hong Kong ($1.0B) and the United States ($477M). World exports came to about $5.6B, 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 080929?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 080929 in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.4B, 54% of world imports), Hong Kong ($1.1B) and the United States ($238M). World imports came to about $6.3B, 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 080929 structured?
HS code 080929 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 080929?
In Brazil, HS code 080929 is NCM 0809.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.