Product classification
HS code for Nut trees: 0602.20
Plants, live, edible fruit or nut trees, shrubs and bushes, grafted or not.
Classification of nut trees under HS 0602.20
Nut trees are classified under HS code 0602.20, which specifically covers edible fruit or nut trees, shrubs, and bushes, whether they are grafted or not. This classification is part of Chapter 6, which encompasses live trees and other plants. Heading 06.02 is for other live plants, and subheading 0602.20 is a specialized category for plants that produce edible food. The primary criteria for this classification are that the plant must be live and belong to a species known for producing edible nuts, such as walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, or pecans. This code applies to the trees in various stages of growth, from young saplings and rootstock to more mature specimens intended for orchard planting. The classification remains the same regardless of whether the tree is currently bearing fruit or is in a dormant state, provided it is a live plant. This distinction is important for agricultural trade, as it separates food-producing trees from purely ornamental nursery stock, which would fall under 0602.90. Importers must ensure that the trees meet phytosanitary regulations, which are often tied to this specific HS code.
- Covers
- Live almond trees and saplings
- Walnut tree rootstock and grafted trees
- Hazelnut (filbert) bushes and shrubs
- Pecan and pistachio trees for planting
- Chestnut trees intended for nut production
- 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. Nut trees are sometimes misclassified under 0602.90, which is for general ornamental plants. If the tree is primarily for nut production, 0602.20 is mandatory. They are also confused with 0802, which covers the nuts themselves; 0602.20 is only for the live tree. Seeds for planting nut trees are classified under 1209.
Top exporters and importers of HS 060220 (the code used for nut trees), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 060220 (the code used for nut 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 nut 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 nut trees
Brazil classifies nut 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 nut trees
What is the HS code for Nut trees?
The HS code for Nut trees is 060220 (Plants, live; edible fruit or nut trees, shrubs and bushes, grafted or not). The HS code for live edible nut trees, including saplings and grafted plants, is 0602.20.
How do I classify Nut trees for customs?
Nut 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 ornamental nut-bearing trees included here?
If the tree is primarily grown for its edible nuts, it belongs in 0602.20. If it is a variety grown strictly for flowers or foliage and the nuts are not typically eaten, it may fall under 0602.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of nut trees (HS 060220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 060220 (the code used for nut 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 nut trees (HS 060220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 060220 (the code used for nut 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 Nut trees the same in all countries?
The base HS code 060220 for Nut 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 nut trees in Brazil?
In Brazil, nut trees (HS 060220) is classified under NCM 0602.20.00.