HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2005.51 – Vegetable preparations; beans, shelled, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen
HS code 2005.51 is the 6-digit subheading for vegetable preparations, beans, shelled, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen. It is used for canned kidney beans, canned black beans, canned cannellini beans, baked beans in tomato sauce and refried beans.
What HS 2005.51 covers
This category includes shelled beans (e.g., kidney, cannellini, black beans) that have been prepared and preserved, typically canned or jarred, but are not frozen and do not use vinegar or acetic acid. These products are staples in many global cuisines and are extensively traded for their convenience, long shelf life, and versatility in cooking. Importers include countries with high demand for convenience foods, those with insufficient domestic bean production, or regions where beans are a dietary staple. Exporters are often agricultural powerhouses with advanced food processing capabilities and efficient supply chains. Key factors in trade include the specific bean variety, the composition of the brine or sauce, and packaging formats, which must meet diverse consumer preferences and regulatory standards.
- Covers
- Canned kidney beans
- Canned black beans
- Canned cannellini beans
- Baked beans in tomato sauce
- Refried beans
- Canned pinto beans
- Garbanzo beans (chickpeas) in brine
- Examples
- Bush's Best Baked Beans
- Goya Canned Black Beans
- S&W Canned Kidney Beans
- Eden Organic Cannellini Beans
Codes often confused with 2005.51
Common mistake. Often confused with 0713 (dried shelled leguminous vegetables) if the beans are simply dried, or 200559 if the beans are still in their pod, which is less common for prepared shelled beans.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 200551, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 200551 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 16% 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 Italy $382M 40% of world exports
- 2 China $106M 11% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $60M 6.2% of world exports
World total: $964M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $164M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $127M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $99M 9.7% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 2005.51
Brazil does not split HS 2005.51: its NCM code is 2005.51.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 20.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2005.51
What is HS code 200551?
HS code 200551 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vegetable preparations; beans, shelled, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen. This category includes shelled beans (e.g., kidney, cannellini, black beans) that have been prepared and preserved, typically canned or jarred, but are not frozen and do not use vinegar or acetic acid. These products are staples in many global cuisines and are extensively traded for their convenience, long shelf life, and versatility in cooking. Importers include countries with high demand for convenience foods, those with insufficient domestic bean production, or regions where beans are a dietary staple. Exporters are often agricultural powerhouses with advanced food processing capabilities and efficient supply chains. Key factors in trade include the specific bean variety, the composition of the brine or sauce, and packaging formats, which must meet diverse consumer preferences and regulatory standards.
What products fall under HS code 200551?
Canned kidney beans, canned black beans, canned cannellini beans, baked beans in tomato sauce, refried beans, canned pinto beans, garbanzo beans (chickpeas) in brine
What are common misclassifications for HS code 200551?
Often confused with 0713 (dried shelled leguminous vegetables) if the beans are simply dried, or 200559 if the beans are still in their pod, which is less common for prepared shelled beans.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 200551?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 200551 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($382M, 40% of world exports), China ($106M) and the Netherlands ($60M). World exports came to about $964M, 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 200551?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 200551 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($164M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($127M) and Germany ($99M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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 200551 structured?
HS code 200551 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (20) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (51) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 200551?
In Brazil, HS code 200551 is NCM 2005.51.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.