Product classification
HS code for Plantains: 0803.10
Fruit, edible, plantains, fresh or dried.
Classification of plantains under HS 0803.10
Plantains are classified under HS code 080310. This code falls within Chapter 8, which covers edible fruit and nuts, as well as the peel of citrus fruit or melons. Within the 0803 heading, a clear distinction is made between plantains (080310) and other bananas (080390). This distinction is based on the botanical and culinary characteristics of the fruit, where plantains are generally starchier and often require cooking before consumption. The code 080310 applies whether the plantains are fresh or dried. It is essential for importers to correctly identify the variety of the Musa species being shipped, as the tariff rates and regulatory requirements can differ significantly between plantains and dessert bananas. Accurate classification is essential because many countries have different tariff structures or quota systems for plantains versus dessert bananas, and misdeclaration can lead to significant customs delays or penalties. The Harmonized System treats them as a distinct commodity due to their different market use and nutritional profile.
- Covers
- Fresh green plantains
- Dried plantain slices
- Whole dried plantains
- Ripe plantains (fresh)
- Cooking bananas (Musa paradisiaca)
- Also under 0803.10
- Chiquita Plantains
- Dole Plantains
- Fyffes Plantains
- various local brands in Latin America and Africa
Codes often confused with 0803.10
Common mistake. The most common error is using HS code 080390, which is reserved for dessert bananas. While they belong to the same genus, the HS system separates them at the subheading level. Another misclassification involves plantain chips that have been fried or prepared; these should be classified under heading 2008 as prepared fruit. Starchy roots like cassava (0714) are also sometimes confused with plantains in a culinary context but are botanically distinct.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080310 (the code used for plantains), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080310 (the code used for plantains) in UN Comtrade data was Ecuador, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 31% 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 080310, not only plantains.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Ecuador $203M 20% of world exports
- 2 Colombia $181M 18% of world exports
- 3 Guatemala $178M 18% of world exports
World total: $992M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $480M 31% of world imports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $270M 18% of world imports
- 3 Romania $135M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $1.5B 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 plantains
Brazil classifies plantains under NCM 0803.10.00: HS 0803.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about plantains
What is the HS code for Plantains?
The HS code for Plantains is 080310 (Fruit, edible; plantains, fresh or dried). The HS code for fresh or dried plantains is 080310.
How do I classify Plantains for customs?
Plantains is classified under HS code 080310 — Fruit, edible; plantains, fresh or dried. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are plantain chips classified under this code?
No, plantain chips that are fried or otherwise prepared are typically classified under HS code 200899.
Which countries are the top exporters of plantains (HS 080310)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080310 (the code used for plantains) in UN Comtrade data were Ecuador ($203M, 20% of world exports), Colombia ($181M) and Guatemala ($178M). World exports came to about $992M, 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 plantains (HS 080310)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080310 (the code used for plantains) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($480M, 31% of world imports), Saudi Arabia ($270M) and Romania ($135M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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 Plantains the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080310 for Plantains 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 plantains in Brazil?
In Brazil, plantains (HS 080310) is classified under NCM 0803.10.00.