Product classification
HS code for Chilled brussel sprouts: 0704.20
Vegetables, brassica, brussel sprouts, fresh or chilled.
Classification of chilled brussel sprouts under HS 0704.20
Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera) are classified under HS code 0704.20 when they are presented in a fresh or chilled state. This code is situated within Chapter 7, which covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Heading 0704 specifically targets edible brassicas, which include cabbages, cauliflowers, kohlrabi, and kale. The classification for Brussels sprouts is straightforward based on botanical identity. The term "chilled" indicates that the temperature of the vegetable has been lowered to generally around 0°C to 5°C to slow metabolic processes and extend shelf life without freezing the water within the plant tissues. This code applies to the sprouts whether they are loose, on the stalk, or packaged for retail sale. It is important to note that the sprouts must not be cooked or otherwise prepared. If the sprouts are frozen, they are removed from this heading and classified elsewhere in the chapter based on the preservation method.
- Covers
- Fresh Brussels sprouts on the stalk
- Chilled loose Brussels sprouts
- Pre-packaged fresh Brussels sprouts for retail
- Trimmed chilled Brussels sprouts
- Also under 0704.20
- Diablo Brussels sprouts
- Nautic Brussels sprouts
- Franklin Brussels sprouts
Codes often confused with 0704.20
Common mistake. The most common misclassification for this product is HS code 0710.80, which covers frozen vegetables. If the Brussels sprouts have been subjected to temperatures below freezing, they must be moved to heading 0710. Another potential error is using 0704.90, which is the residual category for "other" edible brassicas like kale or kohlrabi. Because Brussels sprouts have a specific six-digit subheading (0704.20), the use of the "other" category is incorrect under GIR 1. Additionally, if the sprouts are dried, they would fall under 0712.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 070420 (the code used for chilled brussel sprouts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 070420 (the code used for chilled brussel sprouts) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 35% 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 070420, not only chilled brussel sprouts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $76M 31% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $68M 28% of world exports
- 3 United States $31M 12% of world exports
World total: $246M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $88M 35% of world imports
- 2 Germany $40M 16% of world imports
- 3 Canada $24M 9.3% of world imports
World total: $253M 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 chilled brussel sprouts
Brazil classifies chilled brussel sprouts under NCM 0704.20.00: HS 0704.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chilled brussel sprouts
What is the HS code for Chilled brussel sprouts?
The HS code for Chilled brussel sprouts is 070420 (Vegetables, brassica; brussel sprouts, fresh or chilled). The HS code for fresh or chilled Brussels sprouts is 0704.20.
How do I classify Chilled brussel sprouts for customs?
Chilled brussel sprouts is classified under HS code 070420 — Vegetables, brassica; brussel sprouts, fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can frozen brussel sprouts use this code?
No, frozen Brussels sprouts are classified under HS code 0710.80. HS code 0704.20 is strictly for fresh or chilled products.
Which countries are the top exporters of chilled brussel sprouts (HS 070420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 070420 (the code used for chilled brussel sprouts) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($76M, 31% of world exports), Mexico ($68M) and the United States ($31M). World exports came to about $246M, 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 chilled brussel sprouts (HS 070420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 070420 (the code used for chilled brussel sprouts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($88M, 35% of world imports), Germany ($40M) and Canada ($24M). World imports came to about $253M, 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 Chilled brussel sprouts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 070420 for Chilled brussel sprouts 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 chilled brussel sprouts in Brazil?
In Brazil, chilled brussel sprouts (HS 070420) is classified under NCM 0704.20.00.