Product classification
HS code for Fresh potatoes: 0701.90
Vegetables, potatoes (other than seed), fresh or chilled.
Classification of fresh potatoes under HS 0701.90
Fresh potatoes, excluding those intended for use as seed, are classified under HS code 0701.90. This classification is governed by the notes in Chapter 7, which covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Heading 0701 is dedicated exclusively to potatoes, fresh or chilled. The heading is bifurcated into two subheadings: 0701.10 for seed potatoes and 0701.90 for 'other' potatoes. The 'other' category encompasses all potatoes destined for the fresh market (table potatoes) or for industrial processing into products like starch, flour, or alcohol, provided they are in their natural, fresh, or chilled state. Classification under 0701.90 requires that the potatoes have not been cooked, frozen, or otherwise prepared. Chilling refers to the storage of potatoes at a reduced temperature, typically around 4 to 7 degrees Celsius, to prevent sprouting and spoilage during transit. This code is essential for agricultural trade monitoring, as many countries implement seasonal tariffs or quotas on table potatoes to protect domestic farmers, whereas seed potatoes (0701.10) often face different regulatory requirements related to plant health and genetic purity.
- Covers
- Fresh table potatoes (Russet, Yukon Gold, etc.)
- Chilled white or red potatoes
- New potatoes (immature potatoes)
- Fresh potatoes for industrial starch production
- Chilled potatoes for commercial chipping (unprocessed)
- Also under 0701.90
- Russet Burbank
- Yukon Gem
- Red Norland
- Kennebec
- Atlantic
Codes often confused with 0701.90
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification is using 0701.10 for table potatoes; 0701.10 is strictly for certified seed potatoes. Another common error is 0710.10, which is the code for potatoes that have been frozen. If the potatoes have been sliced and par-fried (like frozen french fries), they move to 2004.10. Additionally, sweet potatoes are never classified here; they belong to HS code 0714.20 as they are a different botanical genus (Ipomoea) rather than Solanum tuberosum.
Top exporters and importers of HS 070190 (the code used for fresh potatoes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 070190 (the code used for fresh potatoes) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 14% 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 070190, not only fresh potatoes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $1.0B 19% of world exports
- 2 Germany $655M 12% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $530M 9.8% of world exports
World total: $5.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $824M 14% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $510M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 Spain $442M 7.5% of world imports
World total: $5.9B 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 fresh potatoes
Brazil classifies fresh potatoes under NCM 0701.90.00: HS 0701.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fresh potatoes
What is the HS code for Fresh potatoes?
The HS code for Fresh potatoes is 070190 (Vegetables; potatoes (other than seed), fresh or chilled). The HS code for fresh or chilled potatoes (excluding seed) is 0701.90.
How do I classify Fresh potatoes for customs?
Fresh potatoes is classified under HS code 070190 — Vegetables; potatoes (other than seed), fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are sweet potatoes included in HS code 0701.90?
No, sweet potatoes are classified under HS code 0714.20. HS code 0701 is reserved exclusively for varieties of Solanum tuberosum.
Which countries are the top exporters of fresh potatoes (HS 070190)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 070190 (the code used for fresh potatoes) in UN Comtrade data were France ($1.0B, 19% of world exports), Germany ($655M) and the Netherlands ($530M). World exports came to about $5.4B, 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 potatoes (HS 070190)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 070190 (the code used for fresh potatoes) in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($824M, 14% of world imports), the Netherlands ($510M) and Spain ($442M). World imports came to about $5.9B, 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 potatoes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 070190 for Fresh potatoes 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 potatoes in Brazil?
In Brazil, fresh potatoes (HS 070190) is classified under NCM 0701.90.00.