Product classification
HS code for Squash: 0709.93
Vegetables, pumpkins, squash and gourds (Cucurbita spp.), fresh or chilled.
Classification of squash under HS 0709.93
Squash is classified under HS code 0709.93 because it belongs to the genus Cucurbita, which is explicitly mentioned in the Harmonized System's nomenclature. Chapter 7 of the Harmonized System covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Within this chapter, heading 0709 is reserved for other vegetables, fresh or chilled, that are not specifically mentioned in previous headings like potatoes (0701), tomatoes (0702), or onions (0703). Subheading 0709.93 specifically identifies pumpkins, squash, and gourds (Cucurbita spp.). The classification depends on the product being in its fresh or chilled state; if the squash is processed, such as being frozen, it would move to heading 0710, or if dried, to heading 0712. This code applies to all varieties of squash, including summer squash like zucchini and yellow crookneck, as well as winter squash like butternut, acorn, and spaghetti squash, provided they are imported or exported in a fresh state. The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6 are applied here, as the classification is determined by the terms of the headings and subheadings. The botanical definition of squash as a fruit is overridden by its culinary and trade classification as a vegetable within the HS framework.
- Covers
- Zucchini (Courgettes)
- Butternut squash
- Acorn squash
- Spaghetti squash
- Hubbard squash
- Yellow summer squash
- Kabocha squash
- Delicata squash
- Also under 0709.93
- Trader Joe's Butternut Squash
- Whole Foods Organic Pumpkins
- Del Monte Fresh Produce squash
- local farm stand gourds
Codes often confused with 0709.93
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 0710.80, which covers frozen vegetables. Importers often use the fresh squash code for frozen shipments, leading to customs delays. Another frequent error involves HS code 0807.19, which covers other melons. While squash and melons are botanically related, the HS system separates them into Chapter 7 (Vegetables) and Chapter 8 (Fruit) based on their common trade usage. Additionally, dried squash is often incorrectly placed in 0709.93 instead of 0712.90, which is reserved for dried vegetables.
Top exporters and importers of HS 070993 (the code used for squash), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 070993 (the code used for squash) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% 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 070993, not only squash.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $535M 33% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $461M 28% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $78M 4.7% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $464M 27% of world imports
- 2 Germany $206M 12% of world imports
- 3 France $198M 12% of world imports
World total: $1.7B 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 squash
Brazil classifies squash under NCM 0709.93.00: HS 0709.93 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about squash
What is the HS code for Squash?
The HS code for Squash is 070993 (Vegetables; pumpkins, squash and gourds (Cucurbita spp.), fresh or chilled). The primary HS code for fresh or chilled squash is 0709.93. This code covers all members of the Cucurbita genus, including summer and winter varieties. If the squash is frozen, the code changes to 0710.80, and if it is dried but not further prepared, it falls under 0712.90.
How do I classify Squash for customs?
Squash is classified under HS code 070993 — Vegetables; pumpkins, squash and gourds (Cucurbita spp.), fresh or chilled. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change for organic squash?
No, the HS code 0709.93 remains the same for both organic and conventionally grown squash. While some countries may have specific statistical suffixes for organic products, the primary six-digit HS code is determined by the botanical genus and the state of the product (fresh or chilled).
Which countries are the top exporters of squash (HS 070993)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 070993 (the code used for squash) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($535M, 33% of world exports), Mexico ($461M) and the Netherlands ($78M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 squash (HS 070993)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 070993 (the code used for squash) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($464M, 27% of world imports), Germany ($206M) and France ($198M). World imports came to about $1.7B, 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 Squash the same in all countries?
The base HS code 070993 for Squash 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 squash in Brazil?
In Brazil, squash (HS 070993) is classified under NCM 0709.93.00.