What is the exact definition of papaya as a commodity?

Papaya refers to the fresh edible fruit, also called papaws, classified under HS code 080720 as fruit, edible; papaws (papayas), fresh.

How should fresh papaya be stored to maintain quality?

Fresh papaya should be refrigerated at 7‑10 °C, kept away from ethylene‑producing fruits, and consumed within a few days to preserve texture and flavor.

Papaya

Papaya is an edible fresh fruit. It is harvested and sold in its raw form.

Prices, specifications and international trade for papaya under HS 080720.

Papaya Price

$1,395USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Papaya Historical Unit Values

Papaya is quoted in USD/t at MEX. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Papaya Exports and Imports

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Mexico led reported papaya exports in 2025, at $132M.

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Papaya Facts and HS Code

Papaya belongs to fresh fruit within produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients. Its customs classification covers HS 080720.

Papaya HS Code

Product type	Raw
Form	Fresh
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Fresh fruit — Produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients
HS codes	080720
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	MEX

Uses & Risks

Papaya uses, related products and documented risks.

Uses and Related Commodities

Standards	codex CXS 183-1993 — Standard for Papaya
Leading origins	Brazil, China, DR Congo, Dominican Republic, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Peru, Venezuela

Papaya Questions

What is the exact definition of papaya as a commodity?: Papaya refers to the fresh edible fruit, also called papaws, classified under HS code 080720 as fruit, edible; papaws (papayas), fresh.
How should fresh papaya be stored to maintain quality?: Fresh papaya should be refrigerated at 7‑10 °C, kept away from ethylene‑producing fruits, and consumed within a few days to preserve texture and flavor.