Product classification

HS code for Papayas: 0807.20

Fruit, edible, papaws (papayas), fresh.

Classification of papayas under HS 0807.20

Fresh papayas, also known as papaws, are classified under Chapter 08 of the Harmonized System, which covers edible fruit and nuts, as well as the peel of citrus fruit or melons. Heading 0807 specifically includes melons (including watermelons) and papayas. Subheading 0807.20 is the specific code for fresh papayas. This classification applies to the fruit in its natural, fresh state, regardless of the variety, such as the common Solo, Hawaiian, or Maradol types. The fruit must not be cooked, frozen, or otherwise preserved beyond what is necessary for transport and storage in a fresh state. This includes refrigeration or the application of wax to the skin to prevent moisture loss. The classification is straightforward for raw agricultural exports and imports, ensuring that fresh produce is distinguished from processed fruit products found in later chapters of the nomenclature. Proper classification is essential for phytosanitary inspections and the application of seasonal tariffs that may apply to fresh tropical fruits.

Covers
  • Fresh Hawaiian papayas
  • Fresh Maradol papayas
  • Green papayas (fresh)
  • Whole fresh papaws
  • Chilled fresh papayas
  • Fresh papaya halves (not further processed)
Also under 0807.20
  • Del Monte Papayas
  • Chiquita Papayas
  • Brooks Tropicals Papayas
  • Fresca Papayas

Codes often confused with 0807.20

Common mistake. Papayas are often misclassified under 0811.90 if they are frozen, or 0812.90 if they are provisionally preserved (e.g., in sulfur dioxide gas). Dried papayas are classified under 0804.50 or 0813.40 depending on regional interpretations, and canned papayas or those in syrup fall under 2008.99.

0811.90Fruit, edible; fruit and nuts n.e.c. in heading no. 0811, uncooked or cooked, frozen whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter0812.90Fruit, edible; fruit and nuts n.e.c. in heading no. 0812, provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption0804.50Fruit, edible; guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried0813.40Fruit, edible; fruit n.e.c. in heading no. 0812, dried2008.99Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants; prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit, n.e.c. in heading no. 2008

Top exporters and importers of HS 080720 (the code used for papayas), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080720 (the code used for papayas) in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 38% 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 080720, not only papayas.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Mexico $132M
  2. 2 Brazil $75M
  3. 3 United States $26M

World total: $361M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $165M
  2. 2 Portugal $42M
  3. 3 Spain $31M

World total: $439M 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 papayas

Brazil classifies papayas under NCM 0807.20.00: HS 0807.20 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about papayas

What is the HS code for Papayas?

The HS code for Papayas is 080720 (Fruit, edible; papaws (papayas), fresh).

How do I classify Papayas for customs?

Papayas is classified under HS code 080720 — Fruit, edible; papaws (papayas), fresh. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What is the HS code for fresh papayas?

The HS code for fresh papayas (papaws) is 0807.20.

Does 0807.20 include dried papaya?

No, 0807.20 is strictly for fresh fruit. Dried papaya is typically classified under heading 0804.50 or 0813.40.

Which countries are the top exporters of papayas (HS 080720)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080720 (the code used for papayas) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($132M, 36% of world exports), Brazil ($75M) and the United States ($26M). World exports came to about $361M, 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 papayas (HS 080720)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 080720 (the code used for papayas) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($165M, 38% of world imports), Portugal ($42M) and Spain ($31M). World imports came to about $439M, 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 Papayas the same in all countries?

The base HS code 080720 for Papayas 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 papayas in Brazil?

In Brazil, papayas (HS 080720) is classified under NCM 0807.20.00.