HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2103.20 – Sauces; tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces
HS code 2103.20 is the 6-digit subheading for sauces, tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces. It is used for tomato ketchup, pasta sauce, pizza sauce, marinara sauce and arrabbiata sauce.
What HS 2103.20 covers
This HS code covers tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces, a category of universally popular condiments and cooking bases. Trade in these products is substantial, driven by global demand from both retail consumers and the food service industry. Exporters often include countries with significant tomato cultivation and processing capabilities, while importers are virtually every nation, reflecting the widespread use of tomato-based sauces in various cuisines. Key aspects of international trade include variations in sugar content, spice profiles, organic certifications, and packaging innovations (e.g., squeezable bottles, bulk pouches). Food safety standards, shelf life, and ingredient traceability are paramount. The market also sees a distinction between basic tomato sauces used as cooking ingredients (e.g., pasta sauce, pizza sauce) and highly processed condiments like ketchup, each with its own trade dynamics and consumer preferences.
- Covers
- Tomato ketchup
- Pasta sauce
- Pizza sauce
- Marinara sauce
- Arrabbiata sauce
- Tomato puree-based sauces
- Barbecue sauce (if predominantly tomato)
- Examples
- Heinz Ketchup
- Prego Pasta Sauce
- Ragu Pasta Sauce
- Hunt's Tomato Sauce
- Mutti Passata
Codes often confused with 2103.20
Common mistake. Can be confused with 200290 (prepared or preserved tomatoes, other than whole or in pieces) if the sauce is very basic and minimally processed, or 210390 (mixed condiments) if it's a highly complex sauce where tomato is not the predominant ingredient.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 210320, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 210320 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% 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 Italy $520M 18% of world exports
- 2 United States $390M 14% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $385M 13% of world exports
World total: $2.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $481M 14% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $302M 9.0% of world imports
- 3 Germany $288M 8.6% of world imports
World total: $3.4B 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 2103.20 2
Brazil splits HS 2103.20 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2103.20.10 Ketchup and tomato sauces, packs of 1 kg or lessEm embalagens imediatas de conteúdo inferior ou igual a 1 kg
- 2103.20.90 Ketchup and tomato sauces, packs 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 2103.20
What is HS code 210320?
HS code 210320 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sauces; tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces. This HS code covers tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces, a category of universally popular condiments and cooking bases. Trade in these products is substantial, driven by global demand from both retail consumers and the food service industry. Exporters often include countries with significant tomato cultivation and processing capabilities, while importers are virtually every nation, reflecting the widespread use of tomato-based sauces in various cuisines. Key aspects of international trade include variations in sugar content, spice profiles, organic certifications, and packaging innovations (e.g., squeezable bottles, bulk pouches). Food safety standards, shelf life, and ingredient traceability are paramount. The market also sees a distinction between basic tomato sauces used as cooking ingredients (e.g., pasta sauce, pizza sauce) and highly processed condiments like ketchup, each with its own trade dynamics and consumer preferences.
What products fall under HS code 210320?
Tomato ketchup, pasta sauce, pizza sauce, marinara sauce, arrabbiata sauce, tomato puree-based sauces, barbecue sauce (if predominantly tomato)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 210320?
Can be confused with 200290 (prepared or preserved tomatoes, other than whole or in pieces) if the sauce is very basic and minimally processed, or 210390 (mixed condiments) if it's a highly complex sauce where tomato is not the predominant ingredient.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 210320?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 210320 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($520M, 18% of world exports), the United States ($390M) and the Netherlands ($385M). World exports came to about $2.9B, 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 210320?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 210320 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($481M, 14% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($302M) and Germany ($288M). World imports came to about $3.4B, 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 210320 structured?
HS code 210320 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 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 210320?
Brazil splits HS code 210320 into 2 NCM codes: 2103.20.10 (Ketchup and tomato sauces, packs of 1 kg or less), 2103.20.90 (Ketchup and tomato sauces, packs over 1 kg). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.