Product classification
HS code for Figs: 0804.20
Fruit, edible, figs, fresh or dried.
Classification of figs under HS 0804.20
Figs are classified under HS code 0804.20. This code is found within Chapter 08, which covers edible fruit and nuts, as well as the peel of citrus fruit or melons. Heading 0804 specifically includes dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes, and mangosteens. The subheading 0804.20 is dedicated exclusively to figs, whether they are presented in a fresh or dried state. The Harmonized System groups fresh and dried figs together because the drying process is considered a basic form of preservation that does not change the essential nature of the fruit. This classification applies to all varieties of the Ficus carica species. The fruit must not be further processed (such as being cooked or preserved in syrup) to remain under this code. The simplicity of this classification ensures that raw agricultural trade of figs is tracked uniformly across international borders.
- Covers
- Fresh Black Mission figs
- Dried Calimyrna figs
- Fresh or dried Adriatic figs
- Dried Turkish figs
- Fresh Brown Turkey figs
- Also under 0804.20
- Sun-Maid Dried Figs
- Orchard Choice Dried Figs
- Valley Fig Growers
- various Turkish and Greek brands
Codes often confused with 0804.20
Common mistake. Figs are often misclassified under 2008.99 if they have been prepared or preserved in ways other than drying, such as being preserved in alcohol or sugar syrup. Another error occurs when figs are part of a mixture of dried fruits, which should be classified under 0813.50. Furthermore, fig paste or jams are classified under heading 2007, as they are considered fruit purees or cooked preparations.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080420 (the code used for figs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080420 (the code used for figs) in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 20% 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 080420, not only figs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Türkiye $459M 46% of world exports
- 2 Afghanistan* ~$216M 22% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Spain $42M 4.2% of world exports
World total: $992M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $208M 20% of world imports
- 2 United States $104M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $91M 9.0% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 codes for figs
Brazil splits HS 0804.20 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0804.20.10Fresh figs
- 0804.20.20Dried figs
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about figs
What is the HS code for Figs?
The HS code for Figs is 080420 (Fruit, edible; figs, fresh or dried). The HS code for both fresh and dried figs is 0804.20.
How do I classify Figs for customs?
Figs is classified under HS code 080420 — Fruit, edible; figs, fresh or dried. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code different for dried figs versus fresh figs?
No, both fresh and dried figs fall under the same subheading 0804.20 in the international Harmonized System.
Which countries are the top exporters of figs (HS 080420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080420 (the code used for figs) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($459M, 46% of world exports), Afghanistan (about $216M) and Spain ($42M). World exports came to about $992M, 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 figs (HS 080420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080420 (the code used for figs) in UN Comtrade data were India ($208M, 20% of world imports), the United States ($104M) and Germany ($91M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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 Figs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080420 for Figs 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 figs in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 080420 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for figs depends on the product's details: 0804.20.10 (Fresh figs), 0804.20.20 (Dried figs).