HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2009.49 – Juice; pineapple, of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
HS code 2009.49 is the 6-digit subheading for juice, pineapple, of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. It is used for concentrated pineapple juice, frozen concentrated pineapple juice, industrial pineapple juice base and high-Brix pineapple concentrate.
What HS 2009.49 covers
HS code 200949 covers unfermented pineapple juice with a Brix value exceeding 20, signifying a concentrated product. This form of pineapple juice is a crucial ingredient in the global food and beverage industry, valued for its intense flavor and cost-effectiveness in shipping and storage. It is widely used for reconstituting ready-to-drink juices, as a natural sweetener, and as a flavor component in various processed foods, sauces, and beverages. Countries like Thailand, the Philippines, and Indonesia, with their large-scale pineapple processing capabilities, are major exporters. Importers are typically large beverage companies, food manufacturers, and industrial buyers worldwide. The high Brix value is a key factor for customs classification and trade, reflecting its concentrated nature and industrial application.
- Covers
- Concentrated pineapple juice
- Frozen concentrated pineapple juice
- Industrial pineapple juice base
- High-Brix pineapple concentrate
- Examples
- Dole Pineapple Juice Concentrate (industrial)
- various bulk concentrated pineapple juices for food manufacturing
- private label concentrated pineapple juice
Codes often confused with 2009.49
Common mistake. The primary distinction from 200941 is the Brix value, indicating a concentrated form. Other concentrated tropical fruit juices are classified under 200989.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 200949, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 200949 in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 22% 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 $181M 21% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $155M 18% of world exports
- 3 Costa Rica* ~$131M 15% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $862M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $165M 22% of world imports
- 2 United States $142M 19% of world imports
- 3 Spain $65M 8.5% of world imports
World total: $759M 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 2009.49
Brazil does not split HS 2009.49: its NCM code is 2009.49.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 20.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2009.49
What is HS code 200949?
HS code 200949 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Juice; pineapple, of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. HS code 200949 covers unfermented pineapple juice with a Brix value exceeding 20, signifying a concentrated product. This form of pineapple juice is a crucial ingredient in the global food and beverage industry, valued for its intense flavor and cost-effectiveness in shipping and storage. It is widely used for reconstituting ready-to-drink juices, as a natural sweetener, and as a flavor component in various processed foods, sauces, and beverages. Countries like Thailand, the Philippines, and Indonesia, with their large-scale pineapple processing capabilities, are major exporters. Importers are typically large beverage companies, food manufacturers, and industrial buyers worldwide. The high Brix value is a key factor for customs classification and trade, reflecting its concentrated nature and industrial application.
What products fall under HS code 200949?
Concentrated pineapple juice, frozen concentrated pineapple juice, industrial pineapple juice base, high-Brix pineapple concentrate
What are common misclassifications for HS code 200949?
The primary distinction from 200941 is the Brix value, indicating a concentrated form. Other concentrated tropical fruit juices are classified under 200989.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 200949?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 200949 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($181M, 21% of world exports), the Netherlands ($155M) and Costa Rica (about $131M). World exports came to about $862M, 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 200949?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 200949 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($165M, 22% of world imports), the United States ($142M) and Spain ($65M). World imports came to about $759M, 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 200949 structured?
HS code 200949 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (20) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (49) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 200949?
In Brazil, HS code 200949 is NCM 2009.49.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.