HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0814.00 – Peel; of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons), fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water and other preservative solutions
HS code 0814.00 is the 6-digit subheading for peel, of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons), fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water and other preservative solutions. It is used for candied orange peel, dried lemon zest, frozen grapefruit peel, watermelon rind in brine and orange peel strips.
What HS 0814.00 covers
This HS code covers the peel of citrus fruits and melons, including watermelons, in various states: fresh, frozen, dried, or provisionally preserved. This seemingly niche category is crucial for industries ranging from food and beverage to cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. The peel, often a byproduct of fruit processing, is valued for its essential oils, pectin, and flavor compounds. Major importers include countries with strong confectionery industries, those producing jams, marmalades, or candied fruits, and manufacturers of flavorings and fragrances. Exporters are typically large-scale fruit producers and processors, such as Spain, Brazil, and China, where citrus and melon cultivation is extensive. Key aspects of trade involve ensuring proper preservation methods to maintain quality, adherence to food safety standards, and managing logistics for both fresh and processed forms. The market is driven by demand for natural ingredients and the circular economy, utilizing what might otherwise be waste.
- Covers
- Candied orange peel
- Dried lemon zest
- Frozen grapefruit peel
- Watermelon rind in brine
- Orange peel strips
- Lemon peel powder
- Melon peel for pectin extraction
- Examples
- Fiori di Sicilia candied orange peel
- Nielsen-Massey Orange Blossom Water (derived from peel)
- Goya Candied Orange Peel
- various industrial pectin suppliers
Codes often confused with 0814.00
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 0813 (dried fruit) if the peel is dried and presented as a fruit product, or with 200600 (vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar) if the peel is already candied and ready for consumption. The distinction lies in its primary form as "peel" and its state of preservation.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 081400, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 081400 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 12% 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 $42M 44% of world exports
- 2 Italy $9.2M 9.6% of world exports
- 3 Germany $5.9M 6.1% of world exports
World total: $96M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $11M 12% of world imports
- 2 Japan $11M 12% of world imports
- 3 France $9.9M 11% of world imports
World total: $89M 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 0814.00
Brazil does not split HS 0814.00: its NCM code is 0814.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 08.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0814.00
What is HS code 081400?
HS code 081400 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Peel; of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons), fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water and other preservative solutions. This HS code covers the peel of citrus fruits and melons, including watermelons, in various states: fresh, frozen, dried, or provisionally preserved. This seemingly niche category is crucial for industries ranging from food and beverage to cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. The peel, often a byproduct of fruit processing, is valued for its essential oils, pectin, and flavor compounds. Major importers include countries with strong confectionery industries, those producing jams, marmalades, or candied fruits, and manufacturers of flavorings and fragrances. Exporters are typically large-scale fruit producers and processors, such as Spain, Brazil, and China, where citrus and melon cultivation is extensive. Key aspects of trade involve ensuring proper preservation methods to maintain quality, adherence to food safety standards, and managing logistics for both fresh and processed forms. The market is driven by demand for natural ingredients and the circular economy, utilizing what might otherwise be waste.
What products fall under HS code 081400?
Candied orange peel, Dried lemon zest, Frozen grapefruit peel, Watermelon rind in brine, Orange peel strips, Lemon peel powder, Melon peel for pectin extraction
What are common misclassifications for HS code 081400?
This code might be confused with 0813 (dried fruit) if the peel is dried and presented as a fruit product, or with 200600 (vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar) if the peel is already candied and ready for consumption. The distinction lies in its primary form as "peel" and its state of preservation.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 081400?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 081400 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($42M, 44% of world exports), Italy ($9.2M) and Germany ($5.9M). World exports came to about $96M, 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 081400?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 081400 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($11M, 12% of world imports), Japan ($11M) and France ($9.9M). World imports came to about $89M, 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 081400 structured?
HS code 081400 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (08) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 081400?
In Brazil, HS code 081400 is NCM 0814.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.