Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts, peel of citrus fruit or melons, including products fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved. This chapter does not include: prepared jams, fruit jellies (Chapter 20), roasted nuts (Chapter 20), oil seeds (Chapter 12), and certain medicinal plants (Chapter 12). Fresh peaches, as typical fresh fruit, are classified in this chapter. Heading 0809 covers apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh or dried. Products under this heading are all fresh or dried fruit, not further processed. Peaches (including nectarines) are further subdivided into fresh peaches and dried peaches, with fresh peaches classified under 0809.30. First 2 digits 08: indicates Chapter 8, i.e., edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons. Digits 3-4: 09 indicates heading 0809, i.e., apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh or dried. Digits 5-6: 30 indicates subheading 0809.30, i.e., fresh peaches (including nectarines). Note: Fresh peaches and nectarines belong to the same subheading in the HS, but depending on the specific variety, nectarines may sometimes be separately counted. Fresh peaches are fresh fruit, not subjected to other processing, and do not belong to other headings (such as 0810 other fresh fruit). The difference from 0809.40 (plums and sloes) lies in different botanical varieties; the difference from 0811 (frozen fruit) lies in the state being fresh; the difference from 2008 (prepared fruit) lies in not having undergone cooking, candying or similar processing.
Chapter
Chapter 08 covers edible fruit and nuts, peel of citrus fruit or melons, including products fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved. This chapter does not include: prepared jams, fruit jellies (Chapter 20), roasted nuts (Chapter 20), oil seeds (Chapter 12), and certain medicinal plants (Chapter 12). Fresh peaches, as typical fresh fruit, are classified in this chapter.
Heading
Heading 0809 covers apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh or dried. Products under this heading are all fresh or dried fruit, not further processed. Peaches (including nectarines) are further subdivided into fresh peaches and dried peaches, with fresh peaches classified under 0809.30.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 08: indicates Chapter 8, i.e., edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons. Digits 3-4: 09 indicates heading 0809, i.e., apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh or dried. Digits 5-6: 30 indicates subheading 0809.30, i.e., fresh peaches (including nectarines). Note: Fresh peaches and nectarines belong to the same subheading in the HS, but depending on the specific variety, nectarines may sometimes be separately counted.
Classification Basis
Fresh peaches are fresh fruit, not subjected to other processing, and do not belong to other headings (such as 0810 other fresh fruit). The difference from 0809.40 (plums and sloes) lies in different botanical varieties; the difference from 0811 (frozen fruit) lies in the state being fresh; the difference from 2008 (prepared fruit) lies in not having undergone cooking, candying or similar processing.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "fresh peaches" or "fresh nectarines", which must be consistent with the contract and invoice. Brand Type: Select "No Brand", "Domestic Independent Brand", "Foreign Brand (OEM Production)", "Foreign Brand (Other)", etc. Export Preference Status: Fill in according to whether export tariff preferences are enjoyed, such as "Export goods do not enjoy preferential tariff in the final destination country", etc. Production or Preservation Method: Fill in "fresh" or "fresh", indicating no freezing, drying or other processing. Grade: Fill in according to industry standards or contract provisions, such as "Grade I", "Premium", etc. Packaging Specifications: Fill in the packaging method and weight per package, such as "10 kg/carton". Brand: Fill in the brand name (fill in "None" if no brand), which must be consistent with trademark registration information. GTIN: Fill in if there is a Global Trade Item Number, otherwise fill in "None". Product Name: Fresh Peaches; Brand Type: No Brand; Export Preference Status: Export goods do not enjoy preferential tariff in the final destination country; Production or Preservation Method: Fresh; Grade: Grade I; Packaging Specifications: 5 kg/carton; Brand: None; GTIN: None. Confusing fresh peaches with nectarines; although both belong to 0809.30, the specific variety affects statistics and tariffs. Production or preservation method incorrectly filled in as "chilled"; chilled still belongs to fresh fruit, but frozen is classified under 0811. Ignoring brand type and export preference status, resulting in incomplete declaration. Packaging specifications described too vaguely, without indicating weight per package.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "fresh peaches" or "fresh nectarines", which must be consistent with the contract and invoice.
⚠️ Misreporting as "nectarines" when they are actually peaches, or writing "fruit" generically.
Brand Type
Select "No Brand", "Domestic Independent Brand", "Foreign Brand (OEM Production)", "Foreign Brand (Other)", etc.
⚠️ Brand type inconsistent with the actual situation, such as declaring no brand when it is OEM production.
Export Preference Status
Fill in according to whether export tariff preferences are enjoyed, such as "Export goods do not enjoy preferential tariff in the final destination country", etc.
⚠️ Ignoring this element, or incorrectly judging the preference status.
Production or Preservation Method
Fill in "fresh" or "fresh", indicating no freezing, drying or other processing.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in as "chilled" or "frozen", leading to classification errors.
Grade
Fill in according to industry standards or contract provisions, such as "Grade I", "Premium", etc.
⚠️ Grade inconsistent with the contract, or not filled in according to standards.
Packaging Specifications
Fill in the packaging method and weight per package, such as "10 kg/carton".
⚠️ Packaging specifications described unclearly, such as only writing "carton packing".
Brand
Fill in the brand name (fill in "None" if no brand), which must be consistent with trademark registration information.
⚠️ Brand name misspelled or inconsistent with actual situation.
GTIN
Fill in if there is a Global Trade Item Number, otherwise fill in "None".
⚠️ Ignoring or incorrectly filling in GTIN.
Example： Product Name: Fresh Peaches; Brand Type: No Brand; Export Preference Status: Export goods do not enjoy preferential tariff in the final destination country; Production or Preservation Method: Fresh; Grade: Grade I; Packaging Specifications: 5 kg/carton; Brand: None; GTIN: None.
Common Mistakes：
Confusing fresh peaches with nectarines; although both belong to 0809.30, the specific variety affects statistics and tariffs.
Production or preservation method incorrectly filled in as "chilled"; chilled still belongs to fresh fruit, but frozen is classified under 0811.
Ignoring brand type and export preference status, resulting in incomplete declaration.
Packaging specifications described too vaguely, without indicating weight per package.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the Import and Export Tariff and the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System. Fresh peaches belong to Chapter 8 because they are edible fruit, fresh or dried. Heading 0809 explicitly includes peaches (including nectarines), and subheading 0809.30 is for fresh peaches. When classifying, it is necessary to confirm that the commodity is fresh fruit, not frozen, dried, cooked or otherwise processed. If frozen, classified under 0811; if dried, classified under 0813; if candied, classified under 2006. 0809.40 Fresh plums and sloes: Plums and sloes belong to the same heading 0809 as peaches, but are different varieties. Peaches have a suture groove, plums have a smooth surface, and their botanical classifications differ. 0810.10 Fresh strawberries: Strawberries belong to 0810 other fresh fruit, and are not of the same genus as peaches. Peaches have a stone, strawberries do not, and their botanical families and genera differ. 0811.10 Frozen strawberries: Frozen fruit is classified under 0811; if fresh peaches are frozen, they are classified under 0811.90 (other frozen fruit), not 0809.30. 2008.70 Canned peaches: Canned peaches have been cooked or candied and are classified under 2008; fresh peaches are unprocessed and classified under 0809. 0813.10 Dried apricots: Dried apricots are classified under 0813; if fresh peaches are dried, they are classified under 0813.30 (dried peaches), not 0809.30. Is the commodity fresh fruit? Has it been frozen, dried or cooked? Is the variety peach or nectarine? Is it mixed with other fruits? Does the packaging affect classification?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the Import and Export Tariff and the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System. Fresh peaches belong to Chapter 8 because they are edible fruit, fresh or dried. Heading 0809 explicitly includes peaches (including nectarines), and subheading 0809.30 is for fresh peaches. When classifying, it is necessary to confirm that the commodity is fresh fruit, not frozen, dried, cooked or otherwise processed. If frozen, classified under 0811; if dried, classified under 0813; if candied, classified under 2006.
Confused Codes：
0809.40 - Fresh plums and sloes
Plums and sloes belong to the same heading 0809 as peaches, but are different varieties. Peaches have a suture groove, plums have a smooth surface, and their botanical classifications differ.
0810.10 - Fresh strawberries
Strawberries belong to 0810 other fresh fruit, and are not of the same genus as peaches. Peaches have a stone, strawberries do not, and their botanical families and genera differ.
0811.10 - Frozen strawberries
Frozen fruit is classified under 0811; if fresh peaches are frozen, they are classified under 0811.90 (other frozen fruit), not 0809.30.
2008.70 - Canned peaches
Canned peaches have been cooked or candied and are classified under 2008; fresh peaches are unprocessed and classified under 0809.
0813.10 - Dried apricots
Dried apricots are classified under 0813; if fresh peaches are dried, they are classified under 0813.30 (dried peaches), not 0809.30.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the commodity fresh fruit?
✓ Has it been frozen, dried or cooked?
✓ Is the variety peach or nectarine?
✓ Is it mixed with other fruits?
✓ Does the packaging affect classification?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference between fresh peaches and nectarines in HS codes? In the HS code, fresh peaches and nectarines are both classified under subheading 0809.30, because the Harmonized System lists peaches (including nectarines) under the same subheading. However, in the customs statistics of some countries, they may be further subdivided. When declaring, the product name must be accurately filled in so that customs can correctly compile statistics. If fresh peaches are transported under refrigeration, will the HS code change? No. Refrigeration (around 0°C) still falls within the scope of "fresh", and the HS code remains 0809.30. However, if frozen (below -18°C), they are classified under 0811.90 (other frozen fruit), because freezing changes the essential characteristics of the commodity. How should the "Production or Preservation Method" in the declaration elements for fresh peaches be filled in? It should be filled in as "fresh" or "fresh", indicating no preservation treatment. If "chilled" is filled in, although it is still classified under 0809.30, it may raise customs questions; it is recommended to uniformly fill in "fresh". What HS code-related matters should be noted when exporting fresh peaches to the EU? When exporting to the EU, it is necessary to confirm the EU TARIC code, which may have additional subdivisions for fresh peaches. At the same time, attention should be paid to the EU's pesticide residue standards for fruit. A complete set of declaration elements, including brand, grade, etc., must be provided during declaration. How are the HS codes for fresh peaches and fresh plums distinguished? Fresh peaches are classified under 0809.30, and fresh plums under 0809.40. The distinction is based on botanical variety: peaches have a suture groove and fuzz (nectarines have no fuzz), while plums have a smooth, glossy surface. When declaring, the product name must be accurately described to avoid confusion. If fresh peaches have been waxed, does the HS code change? Waxing is usually for preservation and does not change the essential characteristics of the commodity, so they remain classified under 0809.30. However, if after waxing they undergo other processing (such as candying), they may be classified under Chapter 20. The production method must be truthfully filled in during declaration. How can the tariff rate for fresh peaches be checked? Tariff rates vary by country and trade agreement. They can be checked through the website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the CCPIT, or professional customs declaration platforms. Attention should be paid to the differences between MFN rates, agreement rates, and general rates, and the applicable rate should be determined according to rules of origin. Are there special requirements for HS code declaration when selling fresh peaches via cross-border e-commerce? For cross-border e-commerce retail exports of fresh peaches, they are usually declared as personal items or goods. A complete set of declaration elements must be provided, and attention should be paid to the destination country's access requirements for fruit. It is recommended to use 0809.30 and pay attention to the destination country's quarantine regulations.
Q: What is the difference between fresh peaches and nectarines in HS codes?
A: In the HS code, fresh peaches and nectarines are both classified under subheading 0809.30, because the Harmonized System lists peaches (including nectarines) under the same subheading. However, in the customs statistics of some countries, they may be further subdivided. When declaring, the product name must be accurately filled in so that customs can correctly compile statistics.
Q: If fresh peaches are transported under refrigeration, will the HS code change?
A: No. Refrigeration (around 0°C) still falls within the scope of "fresh", and the HS code remains 0809.30. However, if frozen (below -18°C), they are classified under 0811.90 (other frozen fruit), because freezing changes the essential characteristics of the commodity.
Q: How should the "Production or Preservation Method" in the declaration elements for fresh peaches be filled in?
A: It should be filled in as "fresh" or "fresh", indicating no preservation treatment. If "chilled" is filled in, although it is still classified under 0809.30, it may raise customs questions; it is recommended to uniformly fill in "fresh".
Q: What HS code-related matters should be noted when exporting fresh peaches to the EU?
A: When exporting to the EU, it is necessary to confirm the EU TARIC code, which may have additional subdivisions for fresh peaches. At the same time, attention should be paid to the EU's pesticide residue standards for fruit. A complete set of declaration elements, including brand, grade, etc., must be provided during declaration.
Q: How are the HS codes for fresh peaches and fresh plums distinguished?
A: Fresh peaches are classified under 0809.30, and fresh plums under 0809.40. The distinction is based on botanical variety: peaches have a suture groove and fuzz (nectarines have no fuzz), while plums have a smooth, glossy surface. When declaring, the product name must be accurately described to avoid confusion.
Q: If fresh peaches have been waxed, does the HS code change?
A: Waxing is usually for preservation and does not change the essential characteristics of the commodity, so they remain classified under 0809.30. However, if after waxing they undergo other processing (such as candying), they may be classified under Chapter 20. The production method must be truthfully filled in during declaration.
Q: How can the tariff rate for fresh peaches be checked?
A: Tariff rates vary by country and trade agreement. They can be checked through the website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the CCPIT, or professional customs declaration platforms. Attention should be paid to the differences between MFN rates, agreement rates, and general rates, and the applicable rate should be determined according to rules of origin.
Q: Are there special requirements for HS code declaration when selling fresh peaches via cross-border e-commerce?
A: For cross-border e-commerce retail exports of fresh peaches, they are usually declared as personal items or goods. A complete set of declaration elements must be provided, and attention should be paid to the destination country's access requirements for fruit. It is recommended to use 0809.30 and pay attention to the destination country's quarantine regulations.
⚠️ 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.