Product classification
HS code for Peas: 0708.10
Vegetables, leguminous, peas (pisum sativum), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled.
Classification of peas under HS 0708.10
Peas, specifically the species Pisum sativum, are classified under HS code 070810 when they are presented in a fresh or chilled state. This classification is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Chapter 7 of the Harmonized System covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Within this chapter, heading 0708 is dedicated to leguminous vegetables, whether or not shelled. Subheading 070810 is the specific international designation for peas. The classification relies heavily on the state of the product; it must be fresh or chilled (typically maintained at temperatures just above freezing) to remain in this category. If the peas have been frozen, they shift to heading 0710, and if they have been dried and shelled, they move to heading 0713. The botanical identity as a leguminous vegetable is the primary driver for its placement in Chapter 7, while the specific species and fresh state narrow it down to 070810.
- Covers
- Fresh garden peas in the pod
- Fresh shelled peas
- Chilled sugar snap peas
- Chilled snow peas (mangetout)
- Fresh petite pois
- Chilled Pisum sativum varieties
- Also under 0708.10
- Green Giant Fresh Peas
- Mann Packing Sugar Snap Peas
- Taylor Farms Snap Peas
- Dole Fresh Peas
Codes often confused with 0708.10
Common mistake. Peas are frequently misclassified under HS code 071021, which is reserved for frozen peas. The distinction lies entirely in the method of preservation; 070810 is for fresh or chilled goods only. Another common error is using HS code 071310, which covers dried peas that have been shelled. Dried peas are considered a different commodity in international trade due to their shelf life and processing. Additionally, some importers confuse peas with other legumes like beans, which fall under 070820, or chickpeas, which are classified under 070890 or 071320 depending on their state.
Top exporters and importers of HS 070810 (the code used for peas), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 070810 (the code used for peas) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 13% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% 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 070810, not only peas.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $53M 13% of world exports
- 2 United States $51M 13% of world exports
- 3 Peru* ~$50M 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $395M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $104M 25% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $47M 12% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $45M 11% of world imports
World total: $408M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 peas
Brazil classifies peas under NCM 0708.10.00: HS 0708.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about peas
What is the HS code for Peas?
The HS code for Peas is 070810 (Vegetables, leguminous; peas (pisum sativum), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled). The HS code for fresh or chilled peas (Pisum sativum), whether shelled or unshelled, is 070810.
How do I classify Peas for customs?
Peas is classified under HS code 070810 — Vegetables, leguminous; peas (pisum sativum), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include frozen peas?
No, frozen peas are classified under HS code 071021. HS code 070810 is strictly for peas that are fresh or have been chilled but not frozen.
Which countries are the top exporters of peas (HS 070810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 070810 (the code used for peas) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($53M, 13% of world exports), the United States ($51M) and Peru (about $50M). World exports came to about $395M, 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 peas (HS 070810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 070810 (the code used for peas) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($104M, 25% of world imports), Belgium ($47M) and the United Kingdom ($45M). World imports came to about $408M, 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 Peas the same in all countries?
The base HS code 070810 for Peas 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 peas in Brazil?
In Brazil, peas (HS 070810) is classified under NCM 0708.10.00.