Grapes; fresh or dried (heading 0806): importing markets
HS heading 0806 covers fresh or dried grapes. In 2025 the United States imported the most, about USD 2.86 billion, followed by Germany, the United…
Published on 18 October 2026Updated on 18 October 2026
HS heading 0806 covers fresh or dried grapes. In 2025 the United States imported the most, about USD 2.86 billion, followed by Germany, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. For a company exporting from Spain, the table shows where demand is concentrated. Tariffs and entry requirements depend on the destination, the subheading and the agreement in force.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2025Verified on 18 October 2026
Fact sheet
- Code
- 0806
- Chapter
- 08 · Fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons
- Subheadings
- 2
Main importing markets
USD · 2025| Country | Imports (USD) |
|---|---|
| United States | 2,864,408,514 |
| Germany | 1,322,198,572 |
| United Kingdom | 1,104,615,759 |
| Netherlands | 1,033,063,814 |
| Canada | 678,058,391 |
| Indonesia | 557,207,628 |
| Mexico | 469,070,301 |
| France | 415,342,185 |
| China | 348,245,438 |
| Poland | 344,659,661 |
| Spain | 311,364,096 |
| Hong Kong SAR China | 220,355,993 |
| Philippines | 219,743,833 |
| Thailand | 217,711,515 |
| Japan | 208,898,368 |
Imports declared by each country from the world. Countries report with a delay: the period is the latest with consolidated data.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2025Verified on 18 October 2026
What to know before exporting grapes (HS 0806)
HS 0806 is a heading in chapter 08 and has two subheadings. The split between fresh and dried grapes matters because tariffs, sanitary checks and shelf life differ between the two. Classify the product at subheading level before looking up any duty.
Demand is concentrated in a few buyers. According to the table above, the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands lead the imports declared for 2025. The figures are what each country declares importing from the world, not what Spain sells to them.
Several of the largest importers are in Europe. For a company exporting from Spain, shipments to other European Union countries move inside the single market. Shipments to the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada or Asian markets are exports to third countries and involve customs declarations.
The duty applicable to your shipment depends on the subheading, the destination and the trade agreement in force. Check it for your exact case in Access2Markets, the European Commission tool for exporters from the EU.
Fresh fruit usually faces sanitary and phytosanitary rules in the destination market, and these vary by country. Check the import requirements for each market in Access2Markets before quoting, and confirm with your importer which documents they will ask for.
Read the ranking with care. A large importer is not necessarily an easy market, since it is also where competition from other origins is strongest. Use the table to shortlist markets, then compare entry conditions for each one.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2025Verified on 18 October 2026
Frequently asked questions
Which countries import the most grapes under HS 0806?
In 2025, according to UN Comtrade data, the largest importers of HS 0806 were the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. The United States led with about USD 2.86 billion. Countries report with a delay, so 2025 is the latest period with consolidated data.
What does HS 0806 include?
HS 0806 is the heading for grapes, fresh or dried, within chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). It has two subheadings, which separate the products for customs classification.
Where can I find the import duty on grapes for a given country?
Duty depends on the destination, the subheading and the trade agreement in force. A company exporting from Spain can look it up in Access2Markets by entering the product code and the destination country.
Are grapes shipped to Germany or the Netherlands treated as exports?
From Spain, both are European Union member states, so the goods move within the single market and not through export customs clearance. Tax and statistical formalities still apply, and the Spanish tax agency (AEAT) publishes the guidance.
Does a high import volume mean a market is easy to enter?
No. Import volume shows the size of demand, not the ease of access. Entry depends on sanitary requirements, duties and competition from other origins, which you should check market by market before choosing where to sell.
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