Product classification
HS code for Prepared apricots: 2008.50
Fruit, apricots, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit.
Classification of prepared apricots under HS 2008.50
Prepared apricots are classified under HS code 2008.50. This classification falls within Chapter 20, which covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. The distinction for 2008.50 is that the fruit has been prepared or preserved in a manner not specified in other chapters. This typically includes apricots that have been cooked, canned in syrup, preserved in alcohol, or had sugar added. Unlike Chapter 08, which covers fresh, chilled, or dried fruit, Chapter 20 is for fruit that has undergone a transformation process that changes its shelf life or culinary state significantly. The classification is straightforward because 2008.50 is a specific subheading for apricots, ensuring that they are not grouped with general fruit preparations unless they are part of a mixture.
- Covers
- Canned apricots in heavy or light syrup
- Apricots preserved in brandy or other spirits
- Cooked apricots (steamed or boiled)
- Apricot halves in vacuum-sealed pouches with preservatives
- Sweetened apricot pulp (not jam)
- Also under 2008.50
- Del Monte Canned Apricots
- Dole Canned Apricots
- Sun-Maid Dried Apricots (some processed varieties)
- Trader Joe's Dried Apricots
Codes often confused with 2008.50
Common mistake. A common mistake is classifying prepared apricots under HS code 0813.10, which is for dried apricots. If the apricot is simply dried without added sugar or syrup, it stays in Chapter 08. If it is "glacé" or candied (sugar-preserved), it moves to 1704. Another error is using 2007.99 for apricot jams or purées; however, 2007 is specifically for preparations obtained by cooking to a paste-like consistency, whereas 2008.50 is for whole or halved fruit that retains its shape.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200850 (the code used for prepared apricots), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200850 (the code used for prepared apricots) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 27% 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 200850, not only prepared apricots.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $34M 22% of world exports
- 2 Greece $26M 17% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $18M 12% of world exports
World total: $151M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $43M 27% of world imports
- 2 Germany $27M 17% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $11M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $156M 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 prepared apricots
Brazil classifies prepared apricots under NCM 2008.50.00: HS 2008.50 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about prepared apricots
What is the HS code for Prepared apricots?
The HS code for Prepared apricots is 200850 (Fruit; apricots, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit). The HS code for prepared or preserved apricots (canned or in syrup) is 2008.50.
How do I classify Prepared apricots for customs?
Prepared apricots is classified under HS code 200850 — Fruit; apricots, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are dried apricots classified under 2008.50?
No, dried apricots without added sugar or syrup are classified under HS code 0813.10.
Which countries are the top exporters of prepared apricots (HS 200850)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200850 (the code used for prepared apricots) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($34M, 22% of world exports), Greece ($26M) and Türkiye ($18M). World exports came to about $151M, 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 prepared apricots (HS 200850)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200850 (the code used for prepared apricots) in UN Comtrade data were France ($43M, 27% of world imports), Germany ($27M) and Belgium ($11M). World imports came to about $156M, 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 Prepared apricots the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200850 for Prepared apricots 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 prepared apricots in Brazil?
In Brazil, prepared apricots (HS 200850) is classified under NCM 2008.50.00.