Product classification
HS code for Canned pineapple: 2008.20
Fruit, pineapples, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit.
Classification of canned pineapple under HS 2008.20
Canned pineapple is classified under HS code 2008.20. This classification is governed by the principles of Chapter 20 of the Harmonized System, which covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. Specifically, heading 2008 includes fruit, nuts, and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or spirit, not elsewhere specified or included. The classification under 2008.20 is determined by the fact that the pineapple has undergone a preservation process beyond simple freezing or drying, typically involving heat treatment (pasteurization or sterilization) and being hermetically sealed in a container with a packing medium such as syrup, water, or natural juice. According to the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically GRI 1, classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since pineapple is explicitly named in subheading 2008.20, it takes precedence over more general fruit preparations.
- Covers
- Canned pineapple slices in heavy or light syrup
- Canned pineapple chunks or tidbits in natural juice
- Crushed pineapple in airtight cans
- Pineapple spears preserved in sugar solution
- Also under 2008.20
- Dole Canned Pineapple
- Del Monte Canned Pineapple
- Chiquita Pineapple (processed products)
- Great Value Canned Pineapple
Codes often confused with 2008.20
Common mistake. Canned pineapple is frequently misclassified under heading 0804, which covers fresh or dried pineapples. However, once the fruit is cooked or preserved in syrup, it must move to Chapter 20. Another common error is confusing it with HS code 2007, which is reserved for jams, fruit jellies, and marmalades obtained by cooking; canned pineapple retains its physical fruit structure and thus belongs in 2008. Additionally, pineapple juice is classified under 2009.31 or 2009.39, depending on its Brix value, and should not be confused with fruit pieces in juice.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200820 (the code used for canned pineapple), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200820 (the code used for canned pineapple) in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 35% 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 200820, not only canned pineapple.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $542M 41% of world exports
- 2 Indonesia $268M 20% of world exports
- 3 Philippines $211M 16% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $494M 35% of world imports
- 2 Germany $78M 5.5% of world imports
- 3 China $63M 4.5% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 canned pineapple
Brazil splits HS 2008.20 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 2008.20.10Pineapples in syrup or sweetened water
- 2008.20.90Other prepared or preserved pineapples
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about canned pineapple
What is the HS code for Canned pineapple?
The HS code for Canned pineapple is 200820 (Fruit; pineapples, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit). The standard international HS code for canned pineapple is 2008.20.
How do I classify Canned pineapple for customs?
Canned pineapple is classified under HS code 200820 — Fruit; pineapples, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include pineapple mixed with other fruits?
No, mixtures of fruits are generally classified under HS code 2008.97, as 2008.20 is specific to products where pineapple is the sole fruit component.
Which countries are the top exporters of canned pineapple (HS 200820)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200820 (the code used for canned pineapple) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($542M, 41% of world exports), Indonesia ($268M) and the Philippines ($211M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 pineapple (HS 200820)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200820 (the code used for canned pineapple) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($494M, 35% of world imports), Germany ($78M) and China ($63M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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.
Is the HS code for Canned pineapple the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200820 for Canned pineapple 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 pineapple in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 200820 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for canned pineapple depends on the product's details: 2008.20.10 (Pineapples in syrup or sweetened water), 2008.20.90 (Other prepared or preserved pineapples).