HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2008.20 – Fruit; pineapples, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit
HS code 2008.20 is the 6-digit subheading for fruit, pineapples, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit. It is used for canned pineapple slices, crushed pineapple in syrup, pineapple chunks in juice, dried pineapple (if preserved by other means) and pineapple tidbits.
What HS 2008.20 covers
This HS code specifically covers pineapples that have been prepared or preserved through methods other than those falling under heading 2007 (jams, purees, etc.). This typically includes widely traded products such as canned pineapple slices, chunks, crushed pineapple, or pineapple packed in syrup or juice. These items are globally popular for direct consumption, use in desserts, baking, and various savory dishes. Importers are often food distributors, supermarkets, and food service companies seeking convenient and shelf-stable fruit options. Exporters are primarily countries with large-scale pineapple cultivation and advanced processing facilities. Trade considerations include syrup concentration, various can sizes to meet market demands, and strict adherence to food safety and labeling standards.
- Covers
- Canned pineapple slices
- Crushed pineapple in syrup
- Pineapple chunks in juice
- Dried pineapple (if preserved by other means)
- Pineapple tidbits
- Pineapple rings
- Examples
- Dole Canned Pineapple
- Del Monte Canned Pineapple
- Chiquita Pineapple (processed products)
- Great Value Canned Pineapple
Codes often confused with 2008.20
Common mistake. This code is specific to *pineapples*; other prepared fruits have their own codes (e.g., 200830 for citrus, 200840 for pears). Fresh pineapples are in Chapter 08.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 200820, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 200820 in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 35% 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 Thailand $542M 41% of world exports
- 2 Indonesia $268M 20% of world exports
- 3 Philippines $211M 16% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $494M 35% of world imports
- 2 Germany $78M 5.5% of world imports
- 3 China $63M 4.5% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 codes for 2008.20 2
Brazil splits HS 2008.20 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2008.20.10 Pineapples in syrup or sweetened waterEm água edulcorada, incluindo os xaropes
- 2008.20.90 Other prepared or preserved pineapplesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 20.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2008.20
What is HS code 200820?
HS code 200820 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fruit; pineapples, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit. This HS code specifically covers pineapples that have been prepared or preserved through methods other than those falling under heading 2007 (jams, purees, etc.). This typically includes widely traded products such as canned pineapple slices, chunks, crushed pineapple, or pineapple packed in syrup or juice. These items are globally popular for direct consumption, use in desserts, baking, and various savory dishes. Importers are often food distributors, supermarkets, and food service companies seeking convenient and shelf-stable fruit options. Exporters are primarily countries with large-scale pineapple cultivation and advanced processing facilities. Trade considerations include syrup concentration, various can sizes to meet market demands, and strict adherence to food safety and labeling standards.
What products fall under HS code 200820?
Canned pineapple slices, Crushed pineapple in syrup, Pineapple chunks in juice, Dried pineapple (if preserved by other means), Pineapple tidbits, Pineapple rings
What are common misclassifications for HS code 200820?
This code is specific to *pineapples*; other prepared fruits have their own codes (e.g., 200830 for citrus, 200840 for pears). Fresh pineapples are in Chapter 08.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 200820?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 200820 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($542M, 41% of world exports), Indonesia ($268M) and the Philippines ($211M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 200820?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 200820 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($494M, 35% of world imports), Germany ($78M) and China ($63M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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 200820 structured?
HS code 200820 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (20) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) 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 200820?
Brazil splits HS code 200820 into 2 NCM codes: 2008.20.10 (Pineapples in syrup or sweetened water), 2008.20.90 (Other prepared or preserved pineapples). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.