Product classification
HS code for Canned bamboo shoots: 2005.91
Vegetable preparations, bamboo shoots, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen.
Classification of canned bamboo shoots under HS 2005.91
Canned bamboo shoots are classified under HS code 2005.91. This classification is part of heading 2005, which covers vegetables prepared or preserved by methods other than vinegar or acetic acid, and which are not frozen. Bamboo shoots are specifically identified in the 91 subheading. The classification process involves identifying the product as a vegetable preparation that has undergone more than simple preservation. Canned bamboo shoots are typically harvested, cleaned, sliced or left whole, and then boiled to remove bitterness before being preserved in water or brine within a sealed container. This heat treatment and preservation method move the product from Chapter 7 (edible vegetables) to Chapter 20. The Harmonized System provides this specific subheading to facilitate the tracking of bamboo shoot trade, which is significant in Asian markets and international culinary exports.
- Covers
- Sliced bamboo shoots in brine
- Whole bamboo shoots in water
- Canned bamboo shoot strips
- Diced bamboo shoots for culinary use
- Bamboo shoots in vacuum-sealed cans
- Also under 2005.91
- Aroy-D Canned Bamboo Shoots
- Roland Sliced Bamboo Shoots
- Dynasty Canned Bamboo Shoots
- Thai Kitchen Bamboo Shoots
Codes often confused with 2005.91
Common mistake. Bamboo shoots are frequently misclassified under HS code 0709.99, which is for fresh or chilled vegetables not elsewhere specified. However, the canning process involves heat treatment that necessitates a Chapter 20 classification. They may also be confused with pickled bamboo shoots; if the shoots are preserved in vinegar or acetic acid, they must be classified under 2001.90. Furthermore, if the bamboo shoots are part of a mixed vegetable salad or a prepared meal, they might be classified under 2005.99 or 2106, depending on the predominant ingredient and preparation style.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200591 (the code used for canned bamboo shoots), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200591 (the code used for canned bamboo shoots) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 77% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 49% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 200591, not only canned bamboo shoots.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $171M 77% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $14M 6.4% of world exports
- 3 Italy $7.7M 3.5% of world exports
World total: $221M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $113M 49% of world imports
- 2 United States $28M 12% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$15M 6.5% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $230M 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 canned bamboo shoots
Brazil classifies canned bamboo shoots under NCM 2005.91.00: HS 2005.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about canned bamboo shoots
What is the HS code for Canned bamboo shoots?
The HS code for Canned bamboo shoots is 200591 (Vegetable preparations; bamboo shoots, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen). The HS code for canned bamboo shoots is 2005.91, which is the specific subheading for prepared or preserved bamboo shoots.
How do I classify Canned bamboo shoots for customs?
Canned bamboo shoots is classified under HS code 200591 — Vegetable preparations; bamboo shoots, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are bamboo shoots considered a vegetable in the Harmonized System?
Yes, for trade purposes, bamboo shoots are treated as vegetables and are classified under Chapter 7 when fresh and Chapter 20 when prepared or canned.
Which countries are the top exporters of canned bamboo shoots (HS 200591)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200591 (the code used for canned bamboo shoots) in UN Comtrade data were China ($171M, 77% of world exports), Thailand ($14M) and Italy ($7.7M). World exports came to about $221M, 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 canned bamboo shoots (HS 200591)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200591 (the code used for canned bamboo shoots) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($113M, 49% of world imports), the United States ($28M) and Vietnam (about $15M). World imports came to about $230M, 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.
Is the HS code for Canned bamboo shoots the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200591 for Canned bamboo shoots is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for canned bamboo shoots in Brazil?
In Brazil, canned bamboo shoots (HS 200591) is classified under NCM 2005.91.00.