Product classification
HS code for Raisins: 0806.20
Fruit, edible, grapes, dried.
Classification of raisins under HS 0806.20
Raisins are classified under HS code 0806.20, which is the specific subheading for dried grapes. This classification falls within Chapter 8 of the Harmonized System, which covers edible fruit and nuts. To qualify for this code, the grapes must have undergone a drying process that significantly reduces their moisture content, allowing for preservation. This process can be achieved through natural sun-drying, shade-drying, or mechanical dehydration. The classification remains consistent regardless of the grape variety used—whether they are Thompson Seedless, Muscat, or Sultana. According to the Chapter 8 notes, the fruit may be whole, sliced, stoned, or even powdered, provided it retains the essential character of dried fruit. However, the addition of sugar or other sweeteners is generally permitted only if it does not change the product's character into a 'prepared' fruit of Chapter 20. Raisins are a primary commodity in international trade, and the 0806.20 code is used globally to track the movement of these dried vine fruits. The distinction between fresh grapes (0806.10) and dried grapes (0806.20) is one of the most fundamental divisions in the fruit category of the HS nomenclature.
- Covers
- Sun-dried raisins (natural)
- Golden raisins (sulfur-treated)
- Sultanas (dried seedless green grapes)
- Currants (dried Zante grapes)
- Muscatels and other dried specialty grape varieties
- Dehydrated grapes intended for snacking or baking
- Also under 0806.20
- Sun-Maid Raisins
- Mariani Dried Fruit
- Dole Raisins
- Trader Joe's Organic Raisins
Codes often confused with 0806.20
Common mistake. Raisins are often misclassified under HS code 2008.99 if they are part of a mixture or have been prepared in a way that exceeds simple drying (such as being preserved in syrup). They are also sometimes confused with 0813, which is the general category for 'other' dried fruits; however, because grapes have their own specific heading (0806), they must be classified there per the rule of specificity.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080620 (the code used for raisins), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080620 (the code used for raisins) in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, 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 080620, not only raisins.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Türkiye $583M 27% of world exports
- 2 South Africa $219M 10% of world exports
- 3 United States $199M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $2.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $264M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $234M 11% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $172M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $2.2B 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 raisins
Brazil classifies raisins under NCM 0806.20.00: HS 0806.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about raisins
What is the HS code for Raisins?
The HS code for Raisins is 080620 (Fruit, edible; grapes, dried). The specific HS code for raisins (dried grapes) is 0806.20.
How do I classify Raisins for customs?
Raisins is classified under HS code 080620 — Fruit, edible; grapes, dried. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are chocolate-covered raisins classified here?
No, chocolate-covered raisins are classified under Chapter 18 (typically 1806) because the chocolate coating determines the primary character of the confectionery product.
Which countries are the top exporters of raisins (HS 080620)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080620 (the code used for raisins) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($583M, 27% of world exports), South Africa ($219M) and the United States ($199M). World exports came to about $2.2B, 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 raisins (HS 080620)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080620 (the code used for raisins) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($264M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($234M) and the Netherlands ($172M). World imports came to about $2.2B, 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 Raisins the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080620 for Raisins 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 raisins in Brazil?
In Brazil, raisins (HS 080620) is classified under NCM 0806.20.00.