Product classification
HS code for Prepared palm hearts: 2008.91
Fruit, palm hearts, prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit.
Classification of prepared palm hearts under HS 2008.91
Prepared palm hearts are classified under HS code 2008.91, which falls under the broader heading for fruits, nuts, and other edible parts of plants that have been prepared or preserved. Chapter 20 is the correct location for vegetables and plant parts that have been processed beyond the basic states of fresh, chilled, or frozen. Palm hearts, which are the edible inner core of certain palm trees, are typically harvested and then preserved in brine, water, or occasionally a light syrup to maintain their texture and shelf life. The classification 2008.91 is highly specific to this product. Even if the palm hearts are sliced, diced, or kept whole, as long as they are preserved in a medium that is not vinegar, they stay within 2008.91. This code also allows for the addition of sugar or other sweetening matters, although this is less common for palm hearts than for fruits in the same heading. Proper classification ensures that these specialty vegetable products are accurately taxed and monitored during import and export.
- Covers
- Canned whole palm hearts in brine
- Sliced palm hearts in jars
- Palm hearts preserved in water with citric acid
- Prepared palm heart salad components (if primarily palm heart)
- Frozen palm hearts with added salt or sugar
- Also under 2008.91
- Roland Foods Palm Hearts
- Goya Palm Hearts
- Native Forest Organic Palm Hearts
- Trader Joe's Palm Hearts
- Reese Palm Hearts
Codes often confused with 2008.91
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 0709.99, which is for fresh or chilled palm hearts. If the product has been heat-treated or preserved in brine for long-term storage, it must move to Chapter 20. Additionally, if the palm hearts are preserved in vinegar or acetic acid, they must be classified under HS code 2001.90 rather than 2008.91.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200891 (the code used for prepared palm hearts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200891 (the code used for prepared palm hearts) in UN Comtrade data was Ecuador, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 200891, not only prepared palm hearts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Ecuador $68M 65% of world exports
- 2 Peru* ~$14M 14% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bolivia $11M 10% of world exports
World total: $105M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $33M 30% of world imports
- 2 France $24M 22% of world imports
- 3 Chile $16M 15% of world imports
World total: $110M 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 prepared palm hearts
Brazil classifies prepared palm hearts under NCM 2008.91.00: HS 2008.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about prepared palm hearts
What is the HS code for Prepared palm hearts?
The HS code for Prepared palm hearts is 200891 (Fruit, palm hearts; prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit). The specific HS code for prepared or preserved palm hearts is 2008.91.
How do I classify Prepared palm hearts for customs?
Prepared palm hearts is classified under HS code 200891 — Fruit, palm hearts; prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can prepared palm hearts contain added sugar?
Yes, HS code 2008.91 allows for the addition of sugar or other sweetening matter, though they are most commonly found in brine.
Which countries are the top exporters of prepared palm hearts (HS 200891)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200891 (the code used for prepared palm hearts) in UN Comtrade data were Ecuador ($68M, 65% of world exports), Peru (about $14M) and Bolivia ($11M). World exports came to about $105M, 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 palm hearts (HS 200891)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200891 (the code used for prepared palm hearts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($33M, 30% of world imports), France ($24M) and Chile ($16M). World imports came to about $110M, 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 palm hearts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200891 for Prepared palm hearts 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 palm hearts in Brazil?
In Brazil, prepared palm hearts (HS 200891) is classified under NCM 2008.91.00.