Product classification
HS code for Fruit trees: 0602.20
Plants, live, edible fruit or nut trees, shrubs and bushes, grafted or not.
Classification of fruit trees under HS 0602.20
Live fruit trees are classified under HS code 0602.20. This code is part of Chapter 06, which covers live trees and other plants, bulbs, roots, and the like. Heading 0602 is for other live plants (including their roots), cuttings, and slips; mushroom spawn. Subheading 0602.20 specifically identifies edible fruit or nut trees, shrubs, and bushes, whether or not they are grafted. The classification is straightforward but requires the plant to be "live" and intended for planting or ornamental use while remaining viable. This code covers the entire plant structure, including the root system and any grafted scions. It is important to note that this classification applies to the plant itself, not the harvested fruit. The inclusion of "grafted or not" in the description ensures that advanced horticultural products, where a fruiting variety is joined to a hardy rootstock, remain within this specific category. This classification is vital for phytosanitary inspections and agricultural trade monitoring, as live plants are subject to different regulatory requirements than harvested produce. The code applies regardless of the age of the tree, from young saplings to mature specimens ready for orchard transplanting.
- Covers
- Apple, pear, and cherry tree saplings
- Grafted citrus trees (lemon, orange, lime)
- Berry bushes (raspberry, blueberry, currant)
- Nut-bearing trees (walnut, almond, chestnut)
- Grape vines and strawberry plants
- 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 trees are often confused with HS code 0602.10, which is for unrooted cuttings and slips. If the tree is primarily for ornamental purposes and does not produce edible fruit, it may fall under 0602.90. Furthermore, the harvested fruit itself is classified in Chapter 08 (e.g., 0808.10 for apples), and importers must distinguish between the living plant and the agricultural commodity it produces. Seeds for fruit trees are classified under 1209.
Top exporters and importers of HS 060220 (the code used for fruit trees), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 060220 (the code used for fruit trees) 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 trees.
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 trees
Brazil classifies fruit trees 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 trees
What is the HS code for Fruit trees?
The HS code for Fruit trees is 060220 (Plants, live; edible fruit or nut trees, shrubs and bushes, grafted or not). The HS code for live edible fruit or nut trees, including shrubs and bushes, is 0602.20.
How do I classify Fruit trees for customs?
Fruit trees 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 grafted trees treated differently?
No, HS code 0602.20 specifically includes trees whether they are grafted or not, as long as they are live and intended for planting.
Which countries are the top exporters of fruit trees (HS 060220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 060220 (the code used for fruit trees) 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 trees (HS 060220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 060220 (the code used for fruit trees) 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 trees the same in all countries?
The base HS code 060220 for Fruit trees 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 trees in Brazil?
In Brazil, fruit trees (HS 060220) is classified under NCM 0602.20.00.