Product classification
HS code for Satsumas: 0805.21
Fruit, edible, mandarins (including tangerines and satsumas), fresh or dried.
Classification of satsumas under HS 0805.21
Satsumas are classified under HS code 0805.21 within the Harmonized System. Chapter 08 is dedicated to edible fruit and nuts, as well as the peel of citrus fruit or melons. Heading 0805 specifically covers citrus fruit, fresh or dried. The sub-heading 0805.21 is designated for mandarins, which includes specific varieties such as tangerines and satsumas (Citrus unshiu). The classification is straightforward based on the botanical identity of the fruit. Whether the satsumas are presented fresh for immediate consumption or dried for preservation, they remain within this specific code. This classification is essential for agricultural statistics and the application of phytosanitary regulations during international trade. The Harmonized System distinguishes between different types of citrus to allow for specific tariff treatments and quota monitoring, which is why satsumas are separated from oranges or grapefruit. The fruit must be in its natural state or dried; once it is cooked, frozen with added sugar, or preserved in syrup, it moves to a different chapter entirely.
- Covers
- Fresh satsuma mandarins
- Dried satsumas
- Unshiu mikan fruit
- Seedless satsuma varieties
- Fresh tangerines (often grouped with satsumas)
- Also under 0805.21
- Wonderful Halos
- Cuties
- Sumo Citrus
- Ojai Pixie tangerines
Codes often confused with 0805.21
Common mistake. Satsumas are commonly misclassified under HS code 0805.10, which is the code for oranges. While they are both citrus fruits, the HS nomenclature provides a specific sub-heading for the mandarin group. Another frequent error involves HS code 2008.30, which covers citrus fruit that has been prepared or preserved (such as canned satsuma segments in syrup). If the fruit has been processed beyond simple drying, it must be classified in Chapter 20.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080521 (the code used for satsumas), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080521 (the code used for satsumas) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 11% 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 080521, not only satsumas.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $997M 21% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $892M 19% of world exports
- 3 South Africa $814M 17% of world exports
World total: $4.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Russia* ~$570M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $465M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 Iraq* ~$415M 8.2% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $5.1B 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 satsumas
Brazil classifies satsumas under NCM 0805.21.00: HS 0805.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about satsumas
What is the HS code for Satsumas?
The HS code for Satsumas is 080521 (Fruit, edible; mandarins (including tangerines and satsumas), fresh or dried). The HS code for fresh or dried satsumas is 0805.21.
How do I classify Satsumas for customs?
Satsumas is classified under HS code 080521 — Fruit, edible; mandarins (including tangerines and satsumas), fresh or dried. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code apply to canned satsumas?
No, canned satsumas or those preserved in liquid are classified under HS code 2008.30.
Which countries are the top exporters of satsumas (HS 080521)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080521 (the code used for satsumas) in UN Comtrade data were China ($997M, 21% of world exports), Türkiye ($892M) and South Africa ($814M). World exports came to about $4.8B, 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 satsumas (HS 080521)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080521 (the code used for satsumas) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $570M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($465M) and Iraq (about $415M). World imports came to about $5.1B, 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 Satsumas the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080521 for Satsumas 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 satsumas in Brazil?
In Brazil, satsumas (HS 080521) is classified under NCM 0805.21.00.