HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 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

HS code 2005.99 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for canned mixed vegetables, jarred artichoke hearts, canned water chestnuts, roasted red peppers (not in vinegar) and canned sauerkraut (not fermented with vinegar).

What HS 2005.99 covers

This is a catch-all HS code for prepared and preserved vegetables or mixtures of vegetables that are not frozen and are not preserved with vinegar or acetic acid, and do not fit into the more specific subheadings of 2005. It covers a wide array of products, from canned mixed vegetable medleys to specific, less common vegetables like artichoke hearts or water chestnuts. Trade in this category is driven by demand for convenience, diverse culinary ingredients, and shelf-stable food options. Importers seek variety and specialty items to cater to diverse consumer tastes, while exporters leverage diverse agricultural output and processing flexibility. Key aspects include the specific ingredient composition, the preservation method used, and the target market's culinary preferences.

Covers
  • Canned mixed vegetables
  • Jarred artichoke hearts
  • Canned water chestnuts
  • Roasted red peppers (not in vinegar)
  • Canned sauerkraut (not fermented with vinegar)
  • Vegetable curry base (without meat)
  • Pickled gherkins (not vinegar)
Examples
  • Del Monte Canned Mixed Vegetables
  • Reese Artichoke Hearts
  • Roland Water Chestnuts
  • Cento Roasted Peppers
  • Libby's Canned Mixed Vegetables

Codes often confused with 2005.99

Common mistake. Frequently confused with 2001 (vegetables prepared with vinegar or acetic acid) if the preserving agent is not carefully identified, or 0710 (frozen mixtures of vegetables) if the 'not frozen' aspect is missed.

20.01Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants; prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid07.10Vegetables (uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water); frozen

Top exporters and importers of HS code 200599, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 200599 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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. 1 China $1.2B
  2. 2 Netherlands $424M
  3. 3 Peru* ~$391M

World total: $4.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $800M
  2. 2 Germany $562M
  3. 3 Japan $368M

World total: $4.8B 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 2005.99

Brazil does not split HS 2005.99: its NCM code is 2005.99.00.

  1. 2005.99.00 Other prepared vegetables and mixtures, not frozenOutros

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 2005.99

What is HS code 200599?

HS code 200599 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: 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. This is a catch-all HS code for prepared and preserved vegetables or mixtures of vegetables that are not frozen and are not preserved with vinegar or acetic acid, and do not fit into the more specific subheadings of 2005. It covers a wide array of products, from canned mixed vegetable medleys to specific, less common vegetables like artichoke hearts or water chestnuts. Trade in this category is driven by demand for convenience, diverse culinary ingredients, and shelf-stable food options. Importers seek variety and specialty items to cater to diverse consumer tastes, while exporters leverage diverse agricultural output and processing flexibility. Key aspects include the specific ingredient composition, the preservation method used, and the target market's culinary preferences.

What products fall under HS code 200599?

Canned mixed vegetables, jarred artichoke hearts, canned water chestnuts, roasted red peppers (not in vinegar), canned sauerkraut (not fermented with vinegar), vegetable curry base (without meat), pickled gherkins (not vinegar)

What are common misclassifications for HS code 200599?

Frequently confused with 2001 (vegetables prepared with vinegar or acetic acid) if the preserving agent is not carefully identified, or 0710 (frozen mixtures of vegetables) if the 'not frozen' aspect is missed.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 200599?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 200599 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.2B, 25% of world exports), the Netherlands ($424M) and Peru (about $391M). World exports came to about $4.9B, 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 200599?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 200599 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($800M, 17% of world imports), Germany ($562M) and Japan ($368M). World imports came to about $4.8B, 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 200599 structured?

HS code 200599 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 200599?

In Brazil, HS code 200599 is NCM 2005.99.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.