HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2103.10 – Sauces; soya
HS code 2103.10 is the 6-digit subheading for sauces, soya. It is used for light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, tamari, gluten-free soy sauce and low-sodium soy sauce.
What HS 2103.10 covers
HS code 210310 specifically covers soya sauces, a staple condiment with deep roots in East Asian cuisine but now globally ubiquitous. International trade in soya sauce encompasses various types, including light, dark, tamari, and specialized versions like mushroom-flavored or low-sodium. Major exporters are typically East Asian countries with long traditions of fermentation, while importers span the globe, driven by the popularity of Asian cuisine, the growth of ethnic food markets, and the increasing demand from food service industries. Key considerations in trade include quality standards, fermentation methods, ingredient sourcing (non-GMO soybeans), and packaging formats, ranging from large industrial containers to small retail bottles. Health trends, such as the demand for gluten-free (tamari) and reduced-sodium options, significantly influence market trends and product development, making this a dynamic and culturally significant trade item.
- Covers
- Light soy sauce
- Dark soy sauce
- Tamari
- Gluten-free soy sauce
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Mushroom soy sauce
- Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- Examples
- Kikkoman Soy Sauce
- Lee Kum Kee Soy Sauce
- San-J Tamari
- Pearl River Bridge Soy Sauce
- Yamasa Soy Sauce
Codes often confused with 2103.10
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 210390 (mixed condiments) unless the soya sauce contains significant other ingredients that alter its primary character, or 210320 (tomato sauces) which is for a different type of sauce.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 210310, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 210310 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 $224M 22% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $219M 22% of world exports
- 3 Japan $90M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $124M 11% of world imports
- 2 Germany $81M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 France $68M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 2103.10 2
Brazil splits HS 2103.10 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2103.10.10 Soy sauce in packings of 1 kg or lessEm embalagens imediatas de conteúdo inferior ou igual a 1 kg
- 2103.10.90 Soy sauce in packings over 1 kgOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 21.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2103.10
What is HS code 210310?
HS code 210310 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sauces; soya. HS code 210310 specifically covers soya sauces, a staple condiment with deep roots in East Asian cuisine but now globally ubiquitous. International trade in soya sauce encompasses various types, including light, dark, tamari, and specialized versions like mushroom-flavored or low-sodium. Major exporters are typically East Asian countries with long traditions of fermentation, while importers span the globe, driven by the popularity of Asian cuisine, the growth of ethnic food markets, and the increasing demand from food service industries. Key considerations in trade include quality standards, fermentation methods, ingredient sourcing (non-GMO soybeans), and packaging formats, ranging from large industrial containers to small retail bottles. Health trends, such as the demand for gluten-free (tamari) and reduced-sodium options, significantly influence market trends and product development, making this a dynamic and culturally significant trade item.
What products fall under HS code 210310?
Light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, tamari, gluten-free soy sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, mushroom soy sauce, sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 210310?
This code is distinct from 210390 (mixed condiments) unless the soya sauce contains significant other ingredients that alter its primary character, or 210320 (tomato sauces) which is for a different type of sauce.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 210310?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 210310 in UN Comtrade data were China ($224M, 22% of world exports), the Netherlands ($219M) and Japan ($90M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 210310?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 210310 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($124M, 11% of world imports), Germany ($81M) and France ($68M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 210310 structured?
HS code 210310 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (21) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 210310?
Brazil splits HS code 210310 into 2 NCM codes: 2103.10.10 (Soy sauce in packings of 1 kg or less), 2103.10.90 (Soy sauce in packings over 1 kg). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.