Product classification
HS code for Dried black fungus: 0712.32
Vegetables, wood ears (Auricularia spp), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried.
Classification of dried black fungus under HS 0712.32
Dried black fungus is classified under HS code 0712.32. This classification is governed by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically focusing on the product's state and botanical origin. Chapter 7 covers edible vegetables, and heading 0712 is dedicated to vegetables that have been dried, whether whole, cut, sliced, broken, or in powder, but not further prepared. Subheading 0712.32 specifically identifies "wood ears" (Auricularia spp.). The classification is determined by the fact that the fungus has undergone a drying process to preserve it, without the addition of other ingredients that would change its character to a prepared food. The botanical genus Auricularia is the defining characteristic; other types of fungi like jelly fungi (Tremella spp.) or mushrooms (Agaricus spp.) are classified under different subheadings within 0712. The product must remain in a basic dried state; if it were cooked or preserved in vinegar before drying, it would fall under Chapter 20. This code is essential for customs authorities to track the trade of specific edible fungi used extensively in Asian cuisine.
- Covers
- Whole dried wood ears (Auricularia polytricha)
- Sliced or shredded dried black fungus
- Dried black fungus powder
- Broken pieces of dried wood ear mushrooms
- Also under 0712.32
- Dynasty Dried Wood Ear Mushrooms
- Roland Dried Wood Ear Mushrooms
- Asia Best Dried Wood Ear Mushrooms
- A-Sha Dried Wood Ear.
Codes often confused with 0712.32
Common mistake. Dried black fungus is frequently confused with HS code 0709.59, which covers fresh or chilled mushrooms. The distinction lies entirely in the moisture content and preservation method. Another common error is using 2003.90, which applies to mushrooms that have been prepared or preserved by means other than drying, such as those kept in brine, vinegar, or canned. If the fungus has been seasoned or cooked before being dried, it may also be pushed into Chapter 20, which generally carries higher tariff rates than the raw dried vegetable category of 0712.
Top exporters and importers of HS 071232 (the code used for dried black fungus), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 071232 (the code used for dried black fungus) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 96% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 57% of world imports. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 57% of its exports here ($2.0M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 071232, not only dried black fungus.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $255M 96% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $5.0M 1.9% of world exports
- 3 Germany $1.1M 0.4% of world exports
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 57% of its exports here ($2.0M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $265M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$109M 57% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Japan $22M 11% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $15M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $192M 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 dried black fungus
Brazil classifies dried black fungus under NCM 0712.32.00: HS 0712.32 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dried black fungus
What is the HS code for Dried black fungus?
The HS code for Dried black fungus is 071232 (Vegetables; wood ears (Auricularia spp), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried). The specific HS code for dried black fungus, also known as wood ears, is 0712.32.
How do I classify Dried black fungus for customs?
Dried black fungus is classified under HS code 071232 — Vegetables; wood ears (Auricularia spp), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is powdered black fungus classified differently?
No, HS code 0712.32 explicitly includes wood ears that are whole, cut, sliced, broken, or in powder form, provided they are not further prepared.
Which countries are the top exporters of dried black fungus (HS 071232)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 071232 (the code used for dried black fungus) in UN Comtrade data were China ($255M, 96% of world exports), Thailand ($5.0M) and Germany ($1.1M). World exports came to about $265M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 57% of its exports here ($2.0M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of dried black fungus (HS 071232)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 071232 (the code used for dried black fungus) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $109M, 57% of world imports), Japan ($22M) and Thailand ($15M). World imports came to about $192M, 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 Dried black fungus the same in all countries?
The base HS code 071232 for Dried black fungus 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 dried black fungus in Brazil?
In Brazil, dried black fungus (HS 071232) is classified under NCM 0712.32.00.