HS Code for Baby food fruit
Baby food fruit preparations are classified under HS code 2007.10 based on the specific processing methods and packaging requirements outlined in the Harmonized System. This code falls under Chapter 20, which covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. According to Note 2 to Chapter 20, the term "homogenised preparations" refers to preparations of fruit which have been finely leveled and put up for retail sale as food suitable for infants or young children or for dietetic purposes. These must be in containers with a net weight content not exceeding 250 grams. The classification is driven by General Interpretative Rule 1, which prioritizes the legal notes of the chapters. Because these products are cooked and homogenised, they are distinct from simple fruit purees that might be found in Chapter 8 or other parts of Chapter 20. The inclusion of added sugar or other sweetening matter does not change this classification, provided the preparation remains homogenised and packaged for the specified retail use. This ensures that specialized nutritional products for infants are tracked separately from bulk fruit commodities and industrial purees used in food manufacturing.
Products Included
- Homogenised apple sauce for babies
- Pureed pear baby food
- Mixed fruit baby purees (cooked)
- Homogenised fruit pastes in jars under 250g
- Fruit-based infant dietetic preparations
Common Misclassification
A common misclassification occurs with HS code 1901.10, which covers food preparations for infants and young children put up for retail sale. However, 1901.10 is generally for milk-based or cereal-based products. Pure fruit preparations belong in 2007.10. Additionally, if the container exceeds 250 grams, it must be classified under 2007.99 as a standard fruit puree rather than a homogenised baby food preparation.
FAQ
What is the HS code for baby food fruit?
The HS code for homogenised fruit preparations put up for retail sale as baby food in containers not exceeding 250g is 2007.10.
What if the baby food contains both fruit and cereal?
If the preparation is a mixture where cereal or milk is the primary base, it is typically classified under 1901.10 rather than 2007.10.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Baby food fruit?
The HS code for Baby food fruit is 200710 (Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut puree and fruit or nut pastes; homogenised, cooked preparations, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter).
How do I classify Baby food fruit for customs?
Baby food fruit is classified under HS code 200710 — Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut puree and fruit or nut pastes; homogenised, cooked preparations, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Baby food fruit the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200710 for Baby food fruit is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.