Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts, peel of citrus fruit or melons, mainly including fresh or dried fruit and nuts, as well as peel used for extracting essential oils or for human consumption. This chapter does not include: roasted nuts (Chapter 20), preparations of fruit (Chapter 20), oil seeds (Chapter 12), etc. Fresh or dried fruit is the core commodity of this chapter, involving many varieties such as apples, pears, citrus, grapes, bananas, pineapples, mangoes, etc. Heading 0804 covers fresh or dried dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes and mangosteens. This heading is subdivided by specific fruit types, including 0804.10 dates, 0804.20 figs, 0804.30 pineapples, 0804.40 avocados, 0804.50 guavas, mangoes and mangosteens. This heading only includes fresh or dried states, and does not include frozen, temporarily preserved or further processed fruit. Code 080430 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "08" represent Chapter 08 (Edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons). Digits 3-4 "04" represent heading 0804 (Fresh or dried dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes and mangosteens). Digits 5-6 "30" represent subheading 0804.30, specifically fresh or dried pineapples. Therefore, 080430 completely represents fresh or dried pineapples, whether peeled or not, all classified under this subheading. Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical fruit, and both fresh and dried states are classified under 0804.30, rather than other fruit subheadings. Distinction from adjacent codes: 0804.10 is dates, 0804.20 is figs, 0804.40 is avocados, 0804.50 is guavas, mangoes and mangosteens. Pineapple has unique botanical characteristics and commodity attributes, therefore it is listed as a separate subheading.
Chapter
Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts, peel of citrus fruit or melons, mainly including fresh or dried fruit and nuts, as well as peel used for extracting essential oils or for human consumption. This chapter does not include: roasted nuts (Chapter 20), preparations of fruit (Chapter 20), oil seeds (Chapter 12), etc. Fresh or dried fruit is the core commodity of this chapter, involving many varieties such as apples, pears, citrus, grapes, bananas, pineapples, mangoes, etc.
Heading
Heading 0804 covers fresh or dried dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes and mangosteens. This heading is subdivided by specific fruit types, including 0804.10 dates, 0804.20 figs, 0804.30 pineapples, 0804.40 avocados, 0804.50 guavas, mangoes and mangosteens. This heading only includes fresh or dried states, and does not include frozen, temporarily preserved or further processed fruit.
Digit Breakdown
Code 080430 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "08" represent Chapter 08 (Edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons). Digits 3-4 "04" represent heading 0804 (Fresh or dried dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes and mangosteens). Digits 5-6 "30" represent subheading 0804.30, specifically fresh or dried pineapples. Therefore, 080430 completely represents fresh or dried pineapples, whether peeled or not, all classified under this subheading.
Classification Basis
Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical fruit, and both fresh and dried states are classified under 0804.30, rather than other fruit subheadings. Distinction from adjacent codes: 0804.10 is dates, 0804.20 is figs, 0804.40 is avocados, 0804.50 is guavas, mangoes and mangosteens. Pineapple has unique botanical characteristics and commodity attributes, therefore it is listed as a separate subheading.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: Fill in the specific name of the commodity, such as "fresh pineapple" or "dried pineapple", using standard Chinese names and corresponding to the HS code. State: Indicate whether it is fresh or dried. Fresh should be marked as "fresh", dried should be marked as "dried", and it should not be generally written as "pineapple". Variety: Fill in the specific variety of pineapple, such as "Queen", "Cayenne", "Spanish", etc., which helps customs accurately classify. Peeled or Not: Indicate whether the pineapple has been peeled. Fresh pineapples are usually with peel or peeled, dried pineapples may be peeled. Packaging Specifications: Fill in the packaging method and specifications, such as "carton, 10 kg per carton", "bulk", etc. Brand: Fill in the commodity brand, such as "Dole", "Goodfarmer", etc. If no brand, fill in "none". Origin: Fill in the country or region of origin of the pineapple, such as "Philippines", "Thailand", etc., which must be consistent with the certificate of origin. Product Name: Fresh Pineapple; State: Fresh; Variety: Cayenne; Peeled or Not: With peel; Packaging Specifications: Carton, 12 kg per carton; Brand: Dole; Origin: Philippines. Not indicating the state (fresh/dried), making it impossible to determine the subheading. Confusing pineapple with jackfruit, jackfruit should be classified under 0810.90. Variety filled in non-standard, using commercial names instead of standard variety names. Origin filled in incorrectly, affecting tariff preferences and inspection and quarantine.
Product Name
Fill in the specific name of the commodity, such as "fresh pineapple" or "dried pineapple", using standard Chinese names and corresponding to the HS code.
⚠️ Mistakenly written as "fengli" without indicating the scientific name, or confusing "pineapple" with "jackfruit".
State
Indicate whether it is fresh or dried. Fresh should be marked as "fresh", dried should be marked as "dried", and it should not be generally written as "pineapple".
⚠️ Only writing "pineapple" without indicating the state, resulting in unclear classification.
Variety
Fill in the specific variety of pineapple, such as "Queen", "Cayenne", "Spanish", etc., which helps customs accurately classify.
⚠️ Variety filled inaccurately or using commercial colloquial names, such as "Taiwan pineapple" without indicating the specific variety.
Peeled or Not
Indicate whether the pineapple has been peeled. Fresh pineapples are usually with peel or peeled, dried pineapples may be peeled.
⚠️ Not indicating whether peeled, which may affect inspection and quarantine requirements.
Packaging Specifications
Fill in the packaging method and specifications, such as "carton, 10 kg per carton", "bulk", etc.
⚠️ Incomplete packaging specifications, such as only writing "carton" without indicating weight.
Brand
Fill in the commodity brand, such as "Dole", "Goodfarmer", etc. If no brand, fill in "none".
⚠️ Brand filled in incorrectly or inconsistent with the trademark.
Origin
Fill in the country or region of origin of the pineapple, such as "Philippines", "Thailand", etc., which must be consistent with the certificate of origin.
⚠️ Origin filled inaccurately, such as writing "Taiwan" instead of "Taiwan, China".
Example： Product Name: Fresh Pineapple; State: Fresh; Variety: Cayenne; Peeled or Not: With peel; Packaging Specifications: Carton, 12 kg per carton; Brand: Dole; Origin: Philippines.
Common Mistakes：
Not indicating the state (fresh/dried), making it impossible to determine the subheading.
Confusing pineapple with jackfruit, jackfruit should be classified under 0810.90.
Variety filled in non-standard, using commercial names instead of standard variety names.
Origin filled in incorrectly, affecting tariff preferences and inspection and quarantine.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core classification criteria: First confirm whether the commodity is fresh or dried fruit; second, according to botanical characteristics, pineapple (Ananas comosus) belongs to the Bromeliaceae family, and both its fresh and dried states are classified under 0804.30. If frozen, temporarily preserved or further processed (such as canned, juice), it is classified under Chapter 20. If it is a preparation of pineapple, such as canned pineapple, it should be classified under 2008.20. 0804.10 Fresh or dried dates: Dates are the fruit of palm plants, with shape and taste completely different from pineapple, classified under 0804.10. 0804.20 Fresh or dried figs: Figs are the fruit of Moraceae plants, usually spherical or pear-shaped, significantly different in appearance from pineapple. 0804.40 Fresh or dried avocados: Avocados are the fruit of Lauraceae plants, rich in oil, pear-shaped, different from pineapple. 0804.50 Fresh or dried guavas, mangoes and mangosteens: Guavas, mangoes, mangosteens are plants of different genera, with botanical classification and appearance different from pineapple. 0810.90 Other fresh fruit: Although jackfruit contains "pineapple" in its name, it belongs to the Moraceae family and should be classified under 0810.90, not 0804.30. Confirm the commodity is fresh or dried pineapple, not frozen or processed products. Confirm it is not confused with jackfruit, jackfruit should be classified under 0810.90. Confirm the state is clearly filled in, fresh or dried. Confirm the variety is accurately filled in, which helps classification. Confirm the origin is consistent with the certificate of origin, avoiding false declaration.
Basis
Core classification criteria: First confirm whether the commodity is fresh or dried fruit; second, according to botanical characteristics, pineapple (Ananas comosus) belongs to the Bromeliaceae family, and both its fresh and dried states are classified under 0804.30. If frozen, temporarily preserved or further processed (such as canned, juice), it is classified under Chapter 20. If it is a preparation of pineapple, such as canned pineapple, it should be classified under 2008.20.
Confused Codes：
0804.10 - Fresh or dried dates
Dates are the fruit of palm plants, with shape and taste completely different from pineapple, classified under 0804.10.
0804.20 - Fresh or dried figs
Figs are the fruit of Moraceae plants, usually spherical or pear-shaped, significantly different in appearance from pineapple.
0804.40 - Fresh or dried avocados
Avocados are the fruit of Lauraceae plants, rich in oil, pear-shaped, different from pineapple.
0804.50 - Fresh or dried guavas, mangoes and mangosteens
Guavas, mangoes, mangosteens are plants of different genera, with botanical classification and appearance different from pineapple.
0810.90 - Other fresh fruit
Although jackfruit contains "pineapple" in its name, it belongs to the Moraceae family and should be classified under 0810.90, not 0804.30.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm the commodity is fresh or dried pineapple, not frozen or processed products.
✓ Confirm it is not confused with jackfruit, jackfruit should be classified under 0810.90.
✓ Confirm the state is clearly filled in, fresh or dried.
✓ Confirm the variety is accurately filled in, which helps classification.
✓ Confirm the origin is consistent with the certificate of origin, avoiding false declaration.
❓ FAQ
Are the HS codes for fresh pineapple and dried pineapple the same? Yes, both fresh and dried pineapples are classified under 0804.30. However, the state (fresh or dried) must be indicated during declaration for customs statistics and supervision. Which HS code should canned pineapple be classified under? Canned pineapple is processed and does not belong to fresh or dried fruit, and should be classified under Chapter 20, specifically 2008.20 (canned pineapple). How to distinguish pineapple from jackfruit? Pineapple (Ananas comosus) belongs to the Bromeliaceae family and is classified under 0804.30; jackfruit belongs to the Moraceae family and is classified under 0810.90. The two have different botanical classifications and significant differences in appearance and taste. What declaration elements are required for importing fresh pineapples? Product name, state, variety, peeled or not, packaging specifications, brand, origin, etc. are required. For details, refer to the customs declaration element table. Are dried pineapple and pineapple dried the same code? Dried pineapple is classified under 0804.30, while pineapple dried, if sugar-preserved or otherwise processed, may be classified under Chapter 20. It needs to be determined based on the processing method. Is the HS code for pineapple affected by variety? Not affected, all varieties of fresh or dried pineapple are classified under 0804.30. However, it is recommended to indicate the variety during declaration for accurate customs classification. How to check the import tariff rate for pineapple? You can log on to the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or use the customs commodity code query system, enter 080430 to check the latest tariff rate. Tariff rates may vary depending on trade agreements and origin. What are the consequences of mistakenly classifying pineapple under 0804.50? It may lead to classification errors, affecting tariff collection and trade statistics. If discovered by customs, it may face supplementary tax, fines and other penalties. Accurate classification is recommended.
Q: Are the HS codes for fresh pineapple and dried pineapple the same?
A: Yes, both fresh and dried pineapples are classified under 0804.30. However, the state (fresh or dried) must be indicated during declaration for customs statistics and supervision.
Q: Which HS code should canned pineapple be classified under?
A: Canned pineapple is processed and does not belong to fresh or dried fruit, and should be classified under Chapter 20, specifically 2008.20 (canned pineapple).
Q: How to distinguish pineapple from jackfruit?
A: Pineapple (Ananas comosus) belongs to the Bromeliaceae family and is classified under 0804.30; jackfruit belongs to the Moraceae family and is classified under 0810.90. The two have different botanical classifications and significant differences in appearance and taste.
Q: What declaration elements are required for importing fresh pineapples?
A: Product name, state, variety, peeled or not, packaging specifications, brand, origin, etc. are required. For details, refer to the customs declaration element table.
Q: Are dried pineapple and pineapple dried the same code?
A: Dried pineapple is classified under 0804.30, while pineapple dried, if sugar-preserved or otherwise processed, may be classified under Chapter 20. It needs to be determined based on the processing method.
Q: Is the HS code for pineapple affected by variety?
A: Not affected, all varieties of fresh or dried pineapple are classified under 0804.30. However, it is recommended to indicate the variety during declaration for accurate customs classification.
Q: How to check the import tariff rate for pineapple?
A: You can log on to the website of the General Administration of Customs of China or use the customs commodity code query system, enter 080430 to check the latest tariff rate. Tariff rates may vary depending on trade agreements and origin.
Q: What are the consequences of mistakenly classifying pineapple under 0804.50?
A: It may lead to classification errors, affecting tariff collection and trade statistics. If discovered by customs, it may face supplementary tax, fines and other penalties. Accurate classification is recommended.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.