Product classification
HS code for Canned apricots: 2008.50
Fruit, apricots, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit.
Classification of canned apricots under HS 2008.50
Canned apricots are classified under HS code 2008.50. This classification falls under Chapter 20, which encompasses preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. Specifically, heading 2008 covers fruit that has been prepared or preserved in ways not elsewhere specified, such as in heading 2007 (jams and jellies). Canned apricots are typically preserved through a process of heat sterilization within hermetically sealed containers. They may be preserved in water, fruit juice, or a sugar syrup. The classification 2008.50 is specific to apricots and applies regardless of whether the fruit is whole, halved, sliced, or pieces, as long as the fruit retains its essential character and has not been reduced to a pulp or puree. The presence of added sugar or even small amounts of spirit does not change this classification, though it may affect the specific duty rates at the national level.
- Covers
- Apricot halves in heavy or light syrup
- Whole apricots canned in water
- Apricot slices in natural fruit juice
- Canned apricots with added sweeteners
- Peeled or unpeeled canned apricots
- Also under 2008.50
- Del Monte Canned Apricots
- Dole Canned Apricots
- Sun-Maid Dried Apricots (some processed varieties)
- Trader Joe's Dried Apricots
Codes often confused with 2008.50
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification occurs with fresh apricots, which belong under HS code 0809.10. Once the fruit is preserved in a can via heat treatment, it must move to Chapter 20. Another common error is using HS code 2007.99, which is reserved for apricot jams, jellies, or purees. If the apricots have been cooked into a homogenous paste, 2007 is correct; if they remain as distinct fruit pieces, 2008.50 is the appropriate code. Additionally, dried apricots are classified under 0813.10, even if they are packaged in airtight bags.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200850 (the code used for canned apricots), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200850 (the code used for canned apricots) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 27% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 200850, not only canned apricots.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $34M 22% of world exports
- 2 Greece $26M 17% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $18M 12% of world exports
World total: $151M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $43M 27% of world imports
- 2 Germany $27M 17% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $11M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $156M 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 canned apricots
Brazil classifies canned apricots under NCM 2008.50.00: HS 2008.50 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about canned apricots
What is the HS code for Canned apricots?
The HS code for Canned apricots is 200850 (Fruit; apricots, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit). The HS code for canned apricots is 2008.50, which covers apricots prepared or preserved in ways not included in heading 2007.
How do I classify Canned apricots for customs?
Canned apricots is classified under HS code 200850 — Fruit; apricots, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change if the apricots are canned in alcohol?
No, HS code 2008.50 includes apricots preserved with added spirit, although specific regional subheadings may apply for customs duty purposes depending on the alcohol content.
Which countries are the top exporters of canned apricots (HS 200850)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200850 (the code used for canned apricots) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($34M, 22% of world exports), Greece ($26M) and Türkiye ($18M). World exports came to about $151M, 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 canned apricots (HS 200850)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200850 (the code used for canned apricots) in UN Comtrade data were France ($43M, 27% of world imports), Germany ($27M) and Belgium ($11M). World imports came to about $156M, 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.
Is the HS code for Canned apricots the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200850 for Canned apricots is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for canned apricots in Brazil?
In Brazil, canned apricots (HS 200850) is classified under NCM 2008.50.00.