Product classification
HS code for Fresh leeks: 0703.90
Vegetables, alliaceous, leeks and other kinds n.e.c. in heading no. 0703, fresh or chilled.
Classification of fresh leeks under HS 0703.90
Fresh leeks are classified under HS code 0703.90. This classification is found in Chapter 7 of the Harmonized System, which encompasses edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Heading 0703 specifically covers onions, shallots, garlic, leeks, and other alliaceous vegetables. While onions and shallots are assigned to subheading 0703.10 and garlic to 0703.20, leeks and other similar alliaceous vegetables that are not elsewhere classified (n.e.c.) fall under 0703.90. The classification applies to vegetables in their fresh or chilled state. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), the product must be classified based on its condition at the time of import. For leeks, this means they must not be frozen, dried, or otherwise preserved. Chilling refers to the reduction of temperature to typically between 0 and 10 degrees Celsius to maintain freshness during transit. Leeks (Allium porrum) are characterized by their cylindrical stalk and flat leaves. The classification 0703.90 also includes wild leeks and other minor alliaceous species. If the leeks are processed by drying, they would move to Heading 0712, and if frozen, they would be classified under Heading 0710. Accurate classification is necessary for phytosanitary compliance and the application of seasonal tariffs that many regions apply to fresh produce.
- Covers
- Fresh common leeks (Allium porrum)
- Chilled leeks
- Wild leeks or ramps (Allium tricoccum)
- Other fresh alliaceous vegetables not specified elsewhere
- Also under 0703.90
- American Flag leeks
- Giant Musselburgh leeks
- Fine Leaf chives
- Tokyo Long White scallions
Codes often confused with 0703.90
Common mistake. Leeks are sometimes misclassified under 0703.10, which is strictly for onions and shallots. Another error is using 0710.80 for frozen leeks or 0712.90 for dried leeks. Importers must also distinguish between fresh leeks and green onions (scallions), which are sometimes grouped differently depending on local customs rulings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 070390 (the code used for fresh leeks), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 070390 (the code used for fresh leeks) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 070390, not only fresh leeks.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $87M 23% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $67M 18% of world exports
- 3 China $57M 15% of world exports
World total: $380M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $85M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $76M 15% of world imports
- 3 Japan $74M 14% of world imports
World total: $522M 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 codes for fresh leeks
Brazil splits HS 0703.90 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0703.90.10Leeks and other alliums for sowing
- 0703.90.90Leeks and other alliums, not for sowing
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fresh leeks
What is the HS code for Fresh leeks?
The HS code for Fresh leeks is 070390 (Vegetables, alliaceous; leeks and other kinds n.e.c. in heading no. 0703, fresh or chilled). The HS code for fresh or chilled leeks and other alliaceous vegetables is 0703.90.
How do I classify Fresh leeks for customs?
Fresh leeks is classified under HS code 070390 — Vegetables, alliaceous; leeks and other kinds n.e.c. in heading no. 0703, fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are dried leeks covered under this code?
No, dried leeks are classified under HS code 0712.90. HS code 0703.90 is only for fresh or chilled vegetables.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh leeks (HS 070390)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 070390 (the code used for fresh leeks) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($87M, 23% of world exports), Belgium ($67M) and China ($57M). World exports came to about $380M, 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 fresh leeks (HS 070390)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 070390 (the code used for fresh leeks) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($85M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($76M) and Japan ($74M). World imports came to about $522M, 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 Fresh leeks the same in all countries?
The base HS code 070390 for Fresh leeks 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 fresh leeks in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 070390 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for fresh leeks depends on the product's details: 0703.90.10 (Leeks and other alliums for sowing), 0703.90.90 (Leeks and other alliums, not for sowing).