Product classification

HS code for Dried snow fungus: 0712.33

Vegetables, jelly fungi (Tremella spp)), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried.

Classification of dried snow fungus under HS 0712.33

Dried snow fungus is classified under HS code 0712.33. This classification is determined by the product's botanical identity and its state of preservation. Snow fungus belongs to the genus Tremella (specifically Tremella fuciformis). Chapter 7 of the Harmonized System covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Heading 0712 specifically addresses vegetables that have been dried, whether whole, cut, sliced, broken, or in powder form, but not further prepared. Since snow fungus is an edible jelly fungus that is typically traded in a dehydrated state to extend its shelf life, it fits perfectly within the parameters of 0712.33, which is the specific sub-heading for jelly fungi (Tremella spp.). The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the fungus is sold in large clusters or broken into smaller pieces, provided no other ingredients or preservatives have been added that would change its character to a prepared food.

Covers
  • Dried Tremella fuciformis
  • Whole dried snow fungus clusters
  • Sliced or broken dried white fungus
  • Snow fungus powder (pure)
  • Dehydrated jelly fungi
Also under 0712.33
  • Dragon King Dried White Fungus
  • Golden Lily Dried Snow Fungus
  • A-Sha Dried Tremella
  • Wing Yip Dried White Fungus

Codes often confused with 0712.33

Common mistake. A common misclassification for dried snow fungus is HS code 0709.59, which is intended for fresh or chilled edible fungi. Another frequent error is using 0712.39, which is a catch-all category for other dried mushrooms and truffles; however, because Tremella has its own specific sub-heading (0712.33), the more specific code must be used according to GRI 3(a). Occasionally, it is misclassified under 1211.90 if intended for medicinal use, but if it is primarily an edible vegetable, Chapter 7 takes precedence.

0709.59Vegetables; truffles and mushrooms n.e.c. in heading 0709, fresh or chilled0712.39Vegetables; mushrooms and truffles n.e.c. in item 0712.3, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried1211.90Plants and parts (including seeds and fruits) n.e.c. in heading no. 1211, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered

Top exporters and importers of HS 071233 (the code used for dried snow fungus), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 071233 (the code used for dried snow fungus) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 95% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 45% 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 071233, not only dried snow fungus.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $56M
  2. 2 Thailand $1.3M
  3. 3 Hong Kong $1.2M

World total: $59M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Thailand $23M
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$5.0M
  3. 3 Hong Kong $4.2M

World total: $51M 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 snow fungus

Brazil classifies dried snow fungus under NCM 0712.33.00: HS 0712.33 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about dried snow fungus

What is the HS code for Dried snow fungus?

The HS code for Dried snow fungus is 071233 (Vegetables; jelly fungi (Tremella spp)), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried). The correct HS code for dried snow fungus is 0712.33.

How do I classify Dried snow fungus for customs?

Dried snow fungus is classified under HS code 071233 — Vegetables; jelly fungi (Tremella spp)), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Can snow fungus powder use this code?

Yes, as long as the powder consists of 100% dried snow fungus without additives, it remains under 0712.33.

Which countries are the top exporters of dried snow fungus (HS 071233)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 071233 (the code used for dried snow fungus) in UN Comtrade data were China ($56M, 95% of world exports), Thailand ($1.3M) and Hong Kong ($1.2M). World exports came to about $59M, 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 dried snow fungus (HS 071233)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 071233 (the code used for dried snow fungus) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($23M, 45% of world imports), Vietnam (about $5.0M) and Hong Kong ($4.2M). World imports came to about $51M, 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 snow fungus the same in all countries?

The base HS code 071233 for Dried snow 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 snow fungus in Brazil?

In Brazil, dried snow fungus (HS 071233) is classified under NCM 0712.33.00.