Product classification
HS code for Watermelons: 0807.11
Fruit, edible, watermelons, fresh.
Classification of watermelons under HS 0807.11
Watermelons are classified under HS code 0807.11 according to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6. Chapter 8 of the Harmonized System covers edible fruit and nuts, as well as the peel of citrus fruit or melons. Heading 0807 specifically encompasses melons (including watermelons) and papaws (papayas), provided they are fresh. The classification is determined by the botanical nature of the product and its state of preservation. To fall under this specific subheading, the watermelons must be fresh, meaning they have not been frozen, cooked, or otherwise preserved beyond what is necessary for transport and storage. The structure of the HS code system prioritizes the fresh state of the fruit in Chapter 8, whereas processed fruits are typically moved to Chapter 20. The 0807.11 code is a primary level classification for international trade, ensuring that customs authorities can distinguish watermelons from other melon varieties like cantaloupes or muskmelons, which fall under different subheadings within the same heading.
- Covers
- Fresh seedless watermelons
- Fresh seeded watermelons
- Mini or personal-sized watermelons
- Yellow-fleshed fresh watermelons
- Fresh watermelons intended for immediate retail or wholesale
- Also under 0807.11
- Melon 1 Watermelons
- Dulcinea Watermelons
- Syngenta Watermelons (seeds)
- Walmart Fresh Watermelons
Codes often confused with 0807.11
Common mistake. Watermelons are frequently misclassified under HS code 0807.19, which is the residual category for "Other" melons. While 0807.19 covers cantaloupes, honeydew, and muskmelons, 0807.11 is reserved exclusively for watermelons. Another common error involves frozen watermelons, which should be classified under 0811.90, as Chapter 8 distinguishes between fresh and frozen states. Additionally, watermelons that have been prepared or preserved (e.g., pickled watermelon rind or fruit salad in syrup) must be classified under heading 2008, specifically 2008.99, rather than the fresh fruit heading.
Top exporters and importers of HS 080711 (the code used for watermelons), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 080711 (the code used for watermelons) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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 080711, not only watermelons.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $659M 26% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $224M 8.7% of world exports
- 3 Italy $210M 8.2% of world exports
World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $509M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $447M 15% of world imports
- 3 France $275M 9.5% of world imports
World total: $2.9B 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 watermelons
Brazil classifies watermelons under NCM 0807.11.00: HS 0807.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about watermelons
What is the HS code for Watermelons?
The HS code for Watermelons is 080711 (Fruit, edible; watermelons, fresh). The HS code for fresh watermelons is 0807.11.
How do I classify Watermelons for customs?
Watermelons is classified under HS code 080711 — Fruit, edible; watermelons, fresh. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include dried watermelon?
No, dried watermelons are generally classified under HS code 0804.90 or 0813.40 depending on specific regional tariff interpretations, as 0807.11 is strictly for fresh fruit.
Which countries are the top exporters of watermelons (HS 080711)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 080711 (the code used for watermelons) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($659M, 26% of world exports), Mexico ($224M) and Italy ($210M). World exports came to about $2.6B, 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 watermelons (HS 080711)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 080711 (the code used for watermelons) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($509M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($447M) and France ($275M). World imports came to about $2.9B, 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 Watermelons the same in all countries?
The base HS code 080711 for Watermelons 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 watermelons in Brazil?
In Brazil, watermelons (HS 080711) is classified under NCM 0807.11.00.