HS Code 0808
Fresh Apples, Pears and Quinces
HS code 0808 covers fresh apples, pears, and quinces, forming the primary classification for these widely traded temperate pome fruits.
4-digit Section IIReefer
HS Code 0808 — Fresh Apples, Pears and Quinces
This code relates specifically to fresh pome fruits, namely apples, pears, and quinces. These are staple trade items globally and are classified together based on their shared botanical characteristics.
What's included
- Apples (Gala, Fuji, Pink Lady, etc.)
- Pears (Anjou, Bartlett, Bosc)
- Quinces
What's excluded
- Apple juice → use
2009(Liquid extracts from fruit are found in Chapter 20.) - Dried apples → use
0813(Dried pome fruits are classified under 0813.)
Common examples
- Fresh Granny Smith apples
- Conference pears in crates
- Fresh quinces for jam making
Frequently asked questions
Does this include cider?
No, cider is a fermented beverage and falls under HS code 2206.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 10%
- Documentation: Many countries apply 'Entry Price' systems for apples to protect local growers.
- Typical shipping mode: Reefer
- Top exporters: China, United States, Italy
- Top importers: Germany, Russia, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Apples are one of the most volume-traded fruits; duties often fluctuate based on seasonal harvesting windows.
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