HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2005.91 – Vegetable preparations; bamboo shoots, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen
HS code 2005.91 is the 6-digit subheading for vegetable preparations, bamboo shoots, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen. It is used for canned bamboo shoot strips, sliced bamboo shoots in brine, jarred bamboo shoots, organic canned bamboo shoots and fermented bamboo shoots (not frozen).
What HS 2005.91 covers
This HS code covers bamboo shoots 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 a staple ingredient in many Asian cuisines and are traded internationally to meet demand in ethnic food markets, Asian grocery stores, and for use in the food service industry. Importers are often countries with significant Asian populations or a growing interest in Asian culinary traditions. Exporters are typically countries in Southeast Asia with abundant bamboo resources and established processing capabilities. Key factors in trade include the specific cut type (strips, slices), the composition of the preserving liquid, and the packaging, all of which influence product quality and marketability.
- Covers
- Canned bamboo shoot strips
- Sliced bamboo shoots in brine
- Jarred bamboo shoots
- Organic canned bamboo shoots
- Fermented bamboo shoots (not frozen)
- Vacuum-packed bamboo shoots
- Whole bamboo shoots in water
- Examples
- Aroy-D Canned Bamboo Shoots
- Roland Sliced Bamboo Shoots
- Dynasty Canned Bamboo Shoots
- Thai Kitchen Bamboo Shoots
Codes often confused with 2005.91
Common mistake. Can be confused with 0710 (frozen bamboo shoots) if the 'not frozen' condition is missed, or 0709 (fresh or chilled bamboo shoots) if the preservation aspect is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 200591, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 200591 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 77% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 49% 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 China $171M 77% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $14M 6.4% of world exports
- 3 Italy $7.7M 3.5% of world exports
World total: $221M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $113M 49% of world imports
- 2 United States $28M 12% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$15M 6.5% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $230M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 2005.91
Brazil does not split HS 2005.91: its NCM code is 2005.91.00.
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 2005.91
What is HS code 200591?
HS code 200591 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vegetable preparations; bamboo shoots, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen. This HS code covers bamboo shoots 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 a staple ingredient in many Asian cuisines and are traded internationally to meet demand in ethnic food markets, Asian grocery stores, and for use in the food service industry. Importers are often countries with significant Asian populations or a growing interest in Asian culinary traditions. Exporters are typically countries in Southeast Asia with abundant bamboo resources and established processing capabilities. Key factors in trade include the specific cut type (strips, slices), the composition of the preserving liquid, and the packaging, all of which influence product quality and marketability.
What products fall under HS code 200591?
Canned bamboo shoot strips, sliced bamboo shoots in brine, jarred bamboo shoots, organic canned bamboo shoots, fermented bamboo shoots (not frozen), vacuum-packed bamboo shoots, whole bamboo shoots in water
What are common misclassifications for HS code 200591?
Can be confused with 0710 (frozen bamboo shoots) if the 'not frozen' condition is missed, or 0709 (fresh or chilled bamboo shoots) if the preservation aspect is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 200591?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 200591 in UN Comtrade data were China ($171M, 77% of world exports), Thailand ($14M) and Italy ($7.7M). World exports came to about $221M, 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 200591?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 200591 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($113M, 49% of world imports), the United States ($28M) and Vietnam (about $15M). World imports came to about $230M, 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 200591 structured?
HS code 200591 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 200591?
In Brazil, HS code 200591 is NCM 2005.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.