Product classification
HS code for Prepared cherries: 2008.60
Fruit, cherries, 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 cherries under HS 2008.60
Prepared cherries are classified under HS code 2008.60. This code falls under Chapter 20, which covers preparations of fruit and nuts. Heading 2008 is a broad category for fruit, nuts, and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or spirit, not elsewhere specified. Cherries are specifically carved out in subheading 2008.60. This classification is used for cherries that have undergone significant processing beyond simple freezing or drying, such as being preserved in syrup, alcohol, or through the addition of sugar. Unlike jams or jellies, which are classified under heading 2007, prepared cherries in 2008.60 maintain their physical form as whole fruit or distinct pieces. The inclusion of spirit (alcohol) or sugar does not move the product out of this code, provided the cherries remain the primary component and the preparation does not constitute a beverage or a confectionary product classified elsewhere.
- Covers
- Maraschino cherries in jars
- Canned cherries in heavy or light syrup
- Cherries preserved in brandy or other spirits
- Glace cherries (if not classified as sugar confectionery)
- Pitted cherries in fruit juice for baking
- Also under 2008.60
- Tillen Farms Bada Bing Cherries
- Luxardo Maraschino Cherries
- Oregon Fruit Products Canned Cherries
- Fabbri Amarena Cherries
- Napoleon Glacé Cherries
Codes often confused with 2008.60
Common mistake. Prepared cherries are frequently confused with fresh cherries under HS code 0809.21 (sour) or 0809.29 (other). If the fruit is preserved in syrup or alcohol, it must be in 2008.60. Another common error is using HS code 2007.99, which is for jams and fruit pastes; if the cherries are whole or in pieces in a liquid medium, 2008.60 is correct. Additionally, cherries that are simply frozen without further preparation belong in HS code 0811.90. If the cherries are candied (drained and impregnated with sugar), some jurisdictions may prefer HS code 2006.00.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200860 (the code used for prepared cherries), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200860 (the code used for prepared cherries) in UN Comtrade data was Hungary, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 30% 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 200860, not only prepared cherries.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Hungary $55M 16% of world exports
- 2 Italy $38M 11% of world exports
- 3 United States $35M 10% of world exports
World total: $339M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $123M 30% of world imports
- 2 United States $71M 17% of world imports
- 3 France $18M 4.3% of world imports
World total: $407M 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 codes for prepared cherries
Brazil splits HS 2008.60 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 2008.60.10Cherries in syrup or sweetened water
- 2008.60.90Other prepared or preserved cherries
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about prepared cherries
What is the HS code for Prepared cherries?
The HS code for Prepared cherries is 200860 (Fruit; cherries, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit).
How do I classify Prepared cherries for customs?
Prepared cherries is classified under HS code 200860 — Fruit; cherries, 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.
What is the HS code for cherries in syrup?
Cherries prepared or preserved in syrup are classified under HS code 2008.60.
Are cocktail cherries included in this HS code?
Yes, cocktail cherries, including Maraschino-style cherries, are typically classified under HS code 2008.60 as they are preserved in a sugar-based syrup.
Which countries are the top exporters of prepared cherries (HS 200860)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200860 (the code used for prepared cherries) in UN Comtrade data were Hungary ($55M, 16% of world exports), Italy ($38M) and the United States ($35M). World exports came to about $339M, 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 cherries (HS 200860)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200860 (the code used for prepared cherries) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($123M, 30% of world imports), the United States ($71M) and France ($18M). World imports came to about $407M, 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 cherries the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200860 for Prepared cherries 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 cherries in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 200860 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for prepared cherries depends on the product's details: 2008.60.10 (Cherries in syrup or sweetened water), 2008.60.90 (Other prepared or preserved cherries).