Product classification
HS code for Prunes: 0813.20
Fruit, edible, prunes, dried.
Classification of prunes under HS 0813.20
Prunes are classified under HS code 081320 because they fall within Chapter 8 of the Harmonized System, which covers edible fruit and nuts, peel of citrus fruit, or melons. Specifically, heading 0813 is designated for fruit, dried, other than that of headings 0801 to 0806, as well as mixtures of nuts or dried fruits. Since prunes are essentially dried plums, they are categorized under this specific subheading. The classification is determined by the state of the fruit; while fresh plums are classified elsewhere, the dehydration process moves the product into the 0813 category. Customs authorities look for the removal of moisture content to a level that preserves the fruit without the need for sugar or syrup, which would otherwise shift the classification to Chapter 20.
- Covers
- Dried plums (whole)
- Pitted prunes
- Dried prune halves
- Dehydrated plums for industrial food use
- Sun-dried prunes
- Also under 0813.20
- Sunsweet Prunes
- Mariani Pitted Prunes
- Trader Joe's Organic Prunes
- Kirkland Signature Dried Plums
- Del Monte Prunes
Codes often confused with 0813.20
Common mistake. Prunes are frequently misclassified under HS code 080940, which is reserved for fresh plums and sloes. The distinction lies entirely in the moisture content and preservation method. Another common error is using HS code 200899, which covers fruit otherwise prepared or preserved. If the prunes are preserved in heavy syrup or have added sugar beyond a certain threshold, they may move to Chapter 20. Additionally, prune purée is often incorrectly placed here, but it generally belongs under 2007 due to its homogenized nature.
Top exporters and importers of HS 081320 (the code used for prunes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 081320 (the code used for prunes) in UN Comtrade data was Chile, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 12% 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 081320, not only prunes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Chile $305M 46% of world exports
- 2 United States $116M 17% of world exports
- 3 France $49M 7.3% of world exports
World total: $669M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $86M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $48M 6.9% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $39M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $694M 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 prunes
Brazil splits HS 0813.20 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0813.20.10Dried prunes, unpitted
- 0813.20.20Dried prunes, pitted
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about prunes
What is the HS code for Prunes?
The HS code for Prunes is 081320 (Fruit, edible; prunes, dried). The standard international HS code for dried prunes is 081320.
How do I classify Prunes for customs?
Prunes is classified under HS code 081320 — Fruit, edible; prunes, dried. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change if the prunes are pitted?
No, both pitted and non-pitted dried prunes remain under HS code 081320 as the essential character of the dried fruit is unchanged.
Which countries are the top exporters of prunes (HS 081320)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 081320 (the code used for prunes) in UN Comtrade data were Chile ($305M, 46% of world exports), the United States ($116M) and France ($49M). World exports came to about $669M, 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 prunes (HS 081320)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 081320 (the code used for prunes) in UN Comtrade data were China ($86M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($48M) and Mexico ($39M). World imports came to about $694M, 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 Prunes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 081320 for Prunes 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 prunes in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 081320 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for prunes depends on the product's details: 0813.20.10 (Dried prunes, unpitted), 0813.20.20 (Dried prunes, pitted).