Product classification
HS code for Fruit bushes: 0602.20
Plants, live, edible fruit or nut trees, shrubs and bushes, grafted or not.
Classification of fruit bushes under HS 0602.20
Fruit bushes are classified under HS code 0602.20 because they represent live plants specifically intended for the production of edible fruits or nuts. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Chapter 6 notes of the Harmonized System, this heading encompasses all live trees, shrubs, and bushes of a kind which bear edible fruit or nuts, regardless of whether they are grafted. The classification is determined by the botanical nature of the specimen as a perennial woody plant and its primary utility in agriculture or horticulture for food production. This code excludes ornamental varieties that do not produce edible fruit, which are typically categorized under other subheadings of 0602. The plants must be live, often including their root systems, to qualify for this specific chapter, which distinguishes them from cut flowers or foliage. Furthermore, the classification remains consistent whether the plants are imported in pots, boxes, or with bare roots, provided they are in a state that allows for continued growth and fruit production. The distinction between a bush and a tree is often botanical, but for the purposes of 0602.20, both are grouped together if they yield edible produce. This ensures that agricultural stock is treated uniformly under international trade regulations, facilitating the monitoring of plant health and agricultural imports.
- Covers
- Raspberry bushes (Rubus idaeus)
- Blueberry bushes (Vaccinium corymbosum)
- Currant bushes (Ribes nigrum or Ribes rubrum)
- Gooseberry bushes (Ribes uva-crispa)
- Blackberry bushes (Rubus fruticosus)
- Grafted fruit tree saplings
- Elderberry shrubs
- Also under 0602.20
- Dave Wilson Nursery fruit trees
- Stark Bro's Nurseries & Orchards Co. saplings
- Raintree Nursery nut trees
- various regional fruit tree nurseries.
Codes often confused with 0602.20
Common mistake. Fruit bushes are frequently misclassified under HS code 0602.90, which is a residual category for other live plants, including ornamental plants. This error often occurs when the edible nature of the fruit is not clearly documented. Additionally, seeds for these bushes are classified under Chapter 12 (specifically 1209), and dormant bulbs or tubers fall under 0601. It is also important to distinguish these from cut branches with fruit, which might be classified under 0604 depending on their use in bouquets or ornamentation.
Top exporters and importers of HS 060220 (the code used for fruit bushes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 060220 (the code used for fruit bushes) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 12% 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 060220, not only fruit bushes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $204M 19% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $195M 18% of world exports
- 3 Spain $153M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Morocco $111M 12% of world imports
- 2 Italy $75M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 Germany $49M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $950M 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 fruit bushes
Brazil classifies fruit bushes under NCM 0602.20.00: HS 0602.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fruit bushes
What is the HS code for Fruit bushes?
The HS code for Fruit bushes is 060220 (Plants, live; edible fruit or nut trees, shrubs and bushes, grafted or not). The primary HS code for live fruit-bearing bushes and shrubs is 0602.20.
How do I classify Fruit bushes for customs?
Fruit bushes is classified under HS code 060220 — Plants, live; edible fruit or nut trees, shrubs and bushes, grafted or not. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are seeds for fruit bushes classified under the same code?
No, seeds are generally classified under heading 1209, as Chapter 6 is strictly reserved for live plants, cuttings, and slips that are ready for planting or are already growing.
Which countries are the top exporters of fruit bushes (HS 060220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 060220 (the code used for fruit bushes) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($204M, 19% of world exports), the Netherlands ($195M) and Spain ($153M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 fruit bushes (HS 060220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 060220 (the code used for fruit bushes) in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($111M, 12% of world imports), Italy ($75M) and Germany ($49M). World imports came to about $950M, 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 Fruit bushes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 060220 for Fruit bushes 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 fruit bushes in Brazil?
In Brazil, fruit bushes (HS 060220) is classified under NCM 0602.20.00.