HS Code Subheading

Vegetable preparations; beans, (not shelled), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen

2005.59 Subheading
Section IV — Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes

About HS Code 200559

This specific HS code covers beans that are prepared and preserved while still in their pods, and are not frozen or preserved with vinegar/acetic acid. This category primarily includes products like canned green beans (string beans) or broad beans in their pods. These items are traded for their convenience, offering a ready-to-eat vegetable option with an extended shelf life. Importers often seek these for their convenience food markets, food service industries, or as a stable vegetable supply in regions with limited fresh produce availability. Exporters are typically countries with efficient agricultural production of these bean varieties and robust canning facilities. Key aspects of trade include pod tenderness, the specific preservation method used, and the quality of packaging to maintain product integrity.

Products Under This Code

Canned green beans, jarred wax beans, canned broad beans in pod, cut green beans in brine, French style green beans, organic canned green beans, whole green beans in water

Real World Examples

Del Monte Canned Green Beans, Libby's Cut Green Beans, Green Giant Canned French Style Green Beans, S&W Canned Wax Beans

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with 0710 (frozen beans in pod) if the 'not frozen' aspect is overlooked, or 200551 if the beans are shelled before preservation.

Products Classified Under 2005.59

Canned green beansPrepared string beans

Related Codes

2005.10 Vegetable preparations; homogenised vegetables, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen 2005.20 Vegetable preparations; potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen 2005.40 Vegetable preparations; peas (pisum sativum), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen 2005.51 Vegetable preparations; beans, shelled, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen 2005.60 Vegetable preparations; asparagus, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen 2005.70 Vegetable preparations; olives, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen 2005.80 Vegetable preparations; sweetcorn (zea mays var. saccharata), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen 2005.91 Vegetable preparations; bamboo shoots, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen 2005.99 Vegetable preparations; vegetables and mixtures of vegetables n.e.c. in heading no. 2005, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen

Industry

This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.

Trade Overview

The USA is a major producer and consumer of canned green beans, while European countries like France and Italy also have significant trade in these prepared vegetables.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 200559?

HS code 200559 covers: Vegetable preparations; beans, (not shelled), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen. This specific HS code covers beans that are prepared and preserved while still in their pods, and are not frozen or preserved with vinegar/acetic acid. This category primarily includes products like canned green beans (string beans) or broad beans in their pods. These items are traded for their convenience, offering a ready-to-eat vegetable option with an extended shelf life. Importers often seek these for their convenience food markets, food service industries, or as a stable vegetable supply in regions with limited fresh produce availability. Exporters are typically countries with efficient agricultural production of these bean varieties and robust canning facilities. Key aspects of trade include pod tenderness, the specific preservation method used, and the quality of packaging to maintain product integrity.

What products fall under HS code 200559?

Canned green beans, jarred wax beans, canned broad beans in pod, cut green beans in brine, French style green beans, organic canned green beans, whole green beans in water

What are common misclassifications for HS code 200559?

Can be confused with 0710 (frozen beans in pod) if the 'not frozen' aspect is overlooked, or 200551 if the beans are shelled before preservation.

How is HS code 200559 structured?

HS code 200559 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 (59) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.