Product classification
HS code for Persimmons: 0810.70
Fruit, edible, persimmons, fresh.
Classification of persimmons under HS 0810.70
Persimmons are classified under HS code 081070, which falls within Chapter 8 of the Harmonized System, covering edible fruit and nuts. This specific classification is determined by General Interpretative Rule (GRI) 1, which dictates that classification is governed by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Heading 0810 is reserved for \"Other fruit, fresh,\" acting as a residual category for fresh fruits that are not specifically named in earlier headings of the chapter (such as citrus, grapes, or melons). Persimmons were explicitly assigned their own subheading, 081070, to facilitate better tracking of international trade for this specific commodity. The classification applies to the fruit in its fresh state, regardless of the specific variety, such as the astringent Hachiya or the non-astringent Fuyu types. The botanical characteristics of the Diospyros genus are the primary factor in this assignment, ensuring that the product is distinguished from berries or stone fruits classified elsewhere.
- Covers
- Fresh Japanese persimmons (Diospyros kaki)
- Fresh American persimmons (Diospyros virginiana)
- Sharon fruit (a trade name for specific cultivars)
- Fresh black sapote or chocolate pudding fruit
- Fresh date-plum persimmons
- Also under 0810.70
- Spanish Rojo Brillante Persimmons
- Israeli Sharon Fruit
- California Fuyu Persimmons
- Chinese Hachiya Persimmons
Codes often confused with 0810.70
Common mistake. Persimmons are frequently misclassified under HS code 081340, which covers other dried fruits. It is critical to distinguish between the fresh state (081070) and the dried state (081340), as the preservation method changes the heading. Additionally, importers sometimes confuse them with 081190, which is the code for fruit that has been frozen, whether or not cooked by steaming or boiling in water. If the persimmon has been preserved in sugar, it must be moved to Chapter 20, specifically heading 2006.
Top exporters and importers of HS 081070 (the code used for persimmons), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 081070 (the code used for persimmons) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 47% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 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 081070, not only persimmons.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $299M 47% of world exports
- 2 Azerbaijan $144M 23% of world exports
- 3 China $77M 12% of world exports
World total: $636M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Russia* ~$114M 18% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Germany $81M 13% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$49M 7.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $640M 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 persimmons
Brazil classifies persimmons under NCM 0810.70.00: HS 0810.70 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about persimmons
What is the HS code for Persimmons?
The HS code for Persimmons is 081070 (Fruit, edible; persimmons, fresh). The HS code for fresh persimmons is 081070.
How do I classify Persimmons for customs?
Persimmons is classified under HS code 081070 — Fruit, edible; persimmons, fresh. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change if the persimmons are dried?
Yes, dried persimmons are classified under HS code 081340, as Chapter 08 distinguishes between fresh, frozen, and dried states.
Which countries are the top exporters of persimmons (HS 081070)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 081070 (the code used for persimmons) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($299M, 47% of world exports), Azerbaijan ($144M) and China ($77M). World exports came to about $636M, 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 persimmons (HS 081070)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 081070 (the code used for persimmons) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $114M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($81M) and Vietnam (about $49M). World imports came to about $640M, 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 Persimmons the same in all countries?
The base HS code 081070 for Persimmons 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 persimmons in Brazil?
In Brazil, persimmons (HS 081070) is classified under NCM 0810.70.00.