HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2104.10 – Soups and broths and preparations therefor
HS code 2104.10 is the 6-digit subheading for soups and broths and preparations therefor. It is used for canned chicken noodle soup, dehydrated vegetable soup mix, beef broth concentrate, instant ramen broth and miso soup paste.
What HS 2104.10 covers
HS code 210410 covers soups, broths, and preparations thereof, representing a significant segment of the convenience food market. International trade in these products includes canned soups, dehydrated soup mixes, liquid concentrates, and bouillon cubes. Exporters often come from countries with advanced food processing industries, while importers are widespread, driven by consumer demand for quick meal solutions, the food service sector, and humanitarian aid efforts. Key trade considerations include shelf life, packaging formats (e.g., aseptic cartons, pouches, cans), nutritional content (e.g., low sodium, organic options), and regional flavor preferences. The market is influenced by health trends, the desire for authentic ethnic flavors, and the need for versatile cooking ingredients. Logistics for heavy canned goods or temperature-sensitive liquid broths also play a crucial role in international distribution.
- Covers
- Canned chicken noodle soup
- Dehydrated vegetable soup mix
- Beef broth concentrate
- Instant ramen broth
- Miso soup paste
- Cream of mushroom soup
- Bouillon cubes
- Liquid vegetable stock
- Examples
- Campbell's Condensed Soup
- Knorr Bouillon Cubes
- Progresso Soup
- Maruchan Instant Lunch
- Pacific Foods Organic Broth
Codes often confused with 2104.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 210690 (other food preparations) if it's a very basic stock or base without significant other prepared ingredients, or 0712 (dried vegetables) if the soup mix is predominantly dried vegetables without other prepared components.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 210410, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 210410 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 15% 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 United States $933M 26% of world exports
- 2 Spain $237M 6.5% of world exports
- 3 Canada $225M 6.2% of world exports
World total: $3.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $620M 15% of world imports
- 2 United States $574M 14% of world imports
- 3 Canada $303M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $4.0B 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 2104.10 4
Brazil splits HS 2104.10 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2104.10.1 Preparations for soups and brothsPreparações para caldos e sopas Group
- 2104.10.11 Soup and broth mixes, packings of 1 kg or lessEm embalagens imediatas de conteúdo inferior ou igual a 1 kg
- 2104.10.19 Soup and broth mixes, packings over 1 kgOutras
- 2104.10.2 Prepared soups and brothsCaldos e sopas preparados Group
- 2104.10.21 Prepared soups and broths, packs of 1 kg or lessEm embalagens imediatas de conteúdo inferior ou igual a 1 kg
- 2104.10.29 Prepared soups and broths, packs over 1 kgOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 21.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2104.10
What is HS code 210410?
HS code 210410 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Soups and broths and preparations therefor. HS code 210410 covers soups, broths, and preparations thereof, representing a significant segment of the convenience food market. International trade in these products includes canned soups, dehydrated soup mixes, liquid concentrates, and bouillon cubes. Exporters often come from countries with advanced food processing industries, while importers are widespread, driven by consumer demand for quick meal solutions, the food service sector, and humanitarian aid efforts. Key trade considerations include shelf life, packaging formats (e.g., aseptic cartons, pouches, cans), nutritional content (e.g., low sodium, organic options), and regional flavor preferences. The market is influenced by health trends, the desire for authentic ethnic flavors, and the need for versatile cooking ingredients. Logistics for heavy canned goods or temperature-sensitive liquid broths also play a crucial role in international distribution.
What products fall under HS code 210410?
Canned chicken noodle soup, dehydrated vegetable soup mix, beef broth concentrate, instant ramen broth, miso soup paste, cream of mushroom soup, bouillon cubes, liquid vegetable stock
What are common misclassifications for HS code 210410?
Can be confused with 210690 (other food preparations) if it's a very basic stock or base without significant other prepared ingredients, or 0712 (dried vegetables) if the soup mix is predominantly dried vegetables without other prepared components.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 210410?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 210410 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($933M, 26% of world exports), Spain ($237M) and Canada ($225M). World exports came to about $3.6B, 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 210410?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 210410 in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($620M, 15% of world imports), the United States ($574M) and Canada ($303M). World imports came to about $4.0B, 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.
How is HS code 210410 structured?
HS code 210410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (21) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) 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 210410?
Brazil splits HS code 210410 into 4 NCM codes: 2104.10.11 (Soup and broth mixes, packings of 1 kg or less), 2104.10.19 (Soup and broth mixes, packings over 1 kg), 2104.10.21 (Prepared soups and broths, packs of 1 kg or less), 2104.10.29 (Prepared soups and broths, packs over 1 kg). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.