HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1702.20 – Sugars; maple sugar, chemically pure, in solid form; maple syrup, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
HS code 1702.20 is the 6-digit subheading for sugars, maple sugar, chemically pure, in solid form, maple syrup, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter. It is used for pure maple syrup, maple sugar granules, maple candy, maple butter and organic maple syrup.
What HS 1702.20 covers
This HS code is dedicated to maple sugar and maple syrup, specifically chemically pure maple sugar in solid form and maple syrup without added flavorings or colorings. This is a distinct and culturally significant product category, primarily sourced from North America. The international trade of maple products is driven by consumer demand for natural, specialty sweeteners and gourmet food items. Importers include specialty food distributors, retailers, and the food service industry, particularly in regions valuing natural and organic products. Exporters are almost exclusively Canada and the United States, with Canada being the dominant global supplier.
- Covers
- Pure maple syrup
- Maple sugar granules
- Maple candy
- Maple butter
- Organic maple syrup
- Maple flakes
- Maple cream
- Examples
- Crown Maple Syrup
- Butternut Mountain Farm
- Coombs Family Farms
- L.B. Maple Treat
- Bernard
Codes often confused with 1702.20
Common mistake. Can be confused with 170290 if the maple syrup contains added flavorings or colorings, or with 040900 (natural honey) due to its natural sweetener status.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 170220, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 170220 in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 85% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 53% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Canada $605M 85% of world exports
- 2 United States $42M 5.9% of world exports
- 3 Denmark $14M 2.0% of world exports
World total: $709M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $387M 53% of world imports
- 2 Germany $52M 7.1% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $42M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $725M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 1702.20
Brazil does not split HS 1702.20: its NCM code is 1702.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 17.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1702.20
What is HS code 170220?
HS code 170220 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sugars; maple sugar, chemically pure, in solid form; maple syrup, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter. This HS code is dedicated to maple sugar and maple syrup, specifically chemically pure maple sugar in solid form and maple syrup without added flavorings or colorings. This is a distinct and culturally significant product category, primarily sourced from North America. The international trade of maple products is driven by consumer demand for natural, specialty sweeteners and gourmet food items. Importers include specialty food distributors, retailers, and the food service industry, particularly in regions valuing natural and organic products. Exporters are almost exclusively Canada and the United States, with Canada being the dominant global supplier.
What products fall under HS code 170220?
Pure maple syrup, maple sugar granules, maple candy, maple butter, organic maple syrup, maple flakes, maple cream
What are common misclassifications for HS code 170220?
Can be confused with 170290 if the maple syrup contains added flavorings or colorings, or with 040900 (natural honey) due to its natural sweetener status.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 170220?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 170220 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($605M, 85% of world exports), the United States ($42M) and Denmark ($14M). World exports came to about $709M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 170220?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 170220 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($387M, 53% of world imports), Germany ($52M) and the United Kingdom ($42M). World imports came to about $725M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 170220 structured?
HS code 170220 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (17) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 170220?
In Brazil, HS code 170220 is NCM 1702.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.