Product classification
HS code for Mixed preserved fruit: 2008.97
Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, mixtures (other than those of subheading no 2008.19), prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in headings 2007 and 2008, whether or not containing added sugar, or other sweetening matter or spirit, n.e.c.
Classification of mixed preserved fruit under HS 2008.97
Mixed preserved fruit is classified under HS code 200897. Chapter 20 of the Harmonized System covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. Heading 2008 specifically applies to fruit, nuts, and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter, or spirit, not elsewhere specified or included. Subheading 200897 is the specific code for mixtures of these fruits. Unlike Chapter 8, which covers fresh, chilled, or frozen fruit, Chapter 20 covers products that have undergone significant processing such as preservation in syrup, addition of alcohol, or heat treatment (canning). The classification under 200897 is determined by the fact that the product is a mixture of different types of fruit. If the mixture consisted only of nuts, it would fall under 200819. The "mixtures" designation in 200897 is a specific provision that takes precedence over the individual fruit subheadings within 2008 when multiple fruit types are present in the same preparation. This code is used extensively for fruit cocktails and mixed fruit cups sold in the retail and food service sectors.
- Covers
- Canned fruit cocktail in heavy or light syrup
- Mixed fruit preserved in alcohol or spirit
- Bottled mixtures of peaches, pears, and pineapples
- Prepared fruit salads in airtight containers
- Mixed fruit pulp, cooked and preserved with sugar
- Also under 2008.97
- Del Monte Fruit Cocktail
- Dole Mixed Fruit
- Paradise Candied Fruit Mix
- Sun-Maid Fruit & Nut Mix
- Libby's Fruit Cocktail
Codes often confused with 2008.97
Common mistake. Mixed preserved fruit is often misclassified under 081190 (frozen fruit) or 200799 (jams and jellies). The distinction from 081190 is the preservation method; 200897 products are typically shelf-stable through canning or syrup, not freezing. The distinction from 200799 is the texture and cooking process; 2007 covers fruit that has been boiled to a paste or jelly consistency, whereas 2008 covers fruit that retains its physical shape as pieces, slices, or whole fruits. Additionally, mixtures of nuts are excluded from 200897 and belong in 200819.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200897 (the code used for mixed preserved fruit), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200897 (the code used for mixed preserved fruit) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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 200897, not only mixed preserved fruit.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $227M 14% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $211M 13% of world exports
- 3 United States $148M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $246M 18% of world imports
- 2 Canada $159M 11% of world imports
- 3 Germany $154M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 mixed preserved fruit
Brazil splits HS 2008.97 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 2008.97.10Fruit mixtures in syrup or sweetened water
- 2008.97.90Other prepared fruit and nut mixtures
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about mixed preserved fruit
What is the HS code for Mixed preserved fruit?
The HS code for Mixed preserved fruit is 200897 (Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants; mixtures (other than those of subheading no 2008.19); prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in headings 2007 and 2008, whether or not containing added sugar, or other sweetening matter or spirit, n.e.c.). The HS code for mixtures of fruit prepared or preserved (e.g., in syrup or canned) is 200897.
How do I classify Mixed preserved fruit for customs?
Mixed preserved fruit is classified under HS code 200897 — Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants; mixtures (other than those of subheading no 2008.19); prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in headings 2007 and 2008, whether or not containing added sugar, or other sweetening matter or spirit, n.e.c.. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does fruit in syrup fall under Chapter 8 or Chapter 20?
Fruit preserved in syrup falls under Chapter 20 (specifically 2008), as the addition of syrup constitutes a preparation method beyond the scope of Chapter 8.
Which countries are the top exporters of mixed preserved fruit (HS 200897)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200897 (the code used for mixed preserved fruit) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($227M, 14% of world exports), Mexico ($211M) and the United States ($148M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 mixed preserved fruit (HS 200897)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200897 (the code used for mixed preserved fruit) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($246M, 18% of world imports), Canada ($159M) and Germany ($154M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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.
Is the HS code for Mixed preserved fruit the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200897 for Mixed preserved fruit 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 mixed preserved fruit in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 200897 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for mixed preserved fruit depends on the product's details: 2008.97.10 (Fruit mixtures in syrup or sweetened water), 2008.97.90 (Other prepared fruit and nut mixtures).