Product classification
HS code for Crushed tomatoes: 2002.90
Vegetable preparations, tomatoes, (other than whole or in pieces), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.
Classification of crushed tomatoes under HS 2002.90
Crushed tomatoes are classified under HS code 2002.90. This classification is part of Chapter 20, which covers preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. Heading 2002 is dedicated to tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. The heading is split into two primary subheadings: 2002.10 for tomatoes that are whole or in pieces, and 2002.90 for "other." Crushed tomatoes, by their nature, are neither whole nor simply cut into pieces; they have been processed into a pulp, mash, or fragmented state that removes them from the definition of "pieces." This category includes tomato purée and tomato paste, which are concentrated forms of crushed tomatoes. The classification depends on the preservation method, typically involving heat treatment (pasteurization) and airtight packaging (canning or aseptic packs). It is important to note that these products must not contain added vinegar or acetic acid, as that would move them to Chapter 21. Furthermore, if the crushed tomatoes are heavily seasoned or mixed with other ingredients to the point of becoming a finished sauce, they may be classified elsewhere. However, standard crushed tomatoes used as a base for cooking remain firmly within 2002.90.
- Covers
- Tomato purée
- Tomato pulp (crushed)
- Tomato paste
- Canned crushed tomatoes (not whole)
- Concentrated tomato juice (dry weight > 7%)
- Also under 2002.90
- Mutti Tomato Paste
- Hunt's Tomato Sauce
- Heinz Ketchup (base ingredients)
- Pomi Chopped Tomatoes (Passata)
- Contadina Tomato Puree
Codes often confused with 2002.90
Common mistake. Crushed tomatoes are often misclassified under 2002.10, which is strictly for whole tomatoes or tomatoes cut into recognizable pieces (like diced or sliced). Another common misclassification is under 2103.20 (tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces). The distinction here is the degree of preparation; 2002.90 is for basic preparations, while 2103.20 is for highly seasoned, finished sauces. Tomato juice with a dry weight of less than 7% is classified under 2009.50.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200290 (the code used for crushed tomatoes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200290 (the code used for crushed tomatoes) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% 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 200290, not only crushed tomatoes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $1.4B 30% of world exports
- 2 China $846M 18% of world exports
- 3 Spain $498M 11% of world exports
World total: $4.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $518M 12% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $353M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 Japan $254M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $4.5B 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 code for crushed tomatoes
Brazil classifies crushed tomatoes under NCM 2002.90.00: HS 2002.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about crushed tomatoes
What is the HS code for Crushed tomatoes?
The HS code for Crushed tomatoes is 200290 (Vegetable preparations; tomatoes, (other than whole or in pieces), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid). The HS code for crushed tomatoes, including purée and paste, is 2002.90.
How do I classify Crushed tomatoes for customs?
Crushed tomatoes is classified under HS code 200290 — Vegetable preparations; tomatoes, (other than whole or in pieces), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is tomato paste classified differently than crushed tomatoes?
No, both tomato paste and crushed tomatoes (pulp/purée) are classified under HS code 2002.90 as they are both prepared tomatoes that are not whole or in pieces.
Which countries are the top exporters of crushed tomatoes (HS 200290)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200290 (the code used for crushed tomatoes) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($1.4B, 30% of world exports), China ($846M) and Spain ($498M). World exports came to about $4.6B, 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 crushed tomatoes (HS 200290)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200290 (the code used for crushed tomatoes) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($518M, 12% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($353M) and Japan ($254M). World imports came to about $4.5B, 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 Crushed tomatoes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200290 for Crushed tomatoes 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 crushed tomatoes in Brazil?
In Brazil, crushed tomatoes (HS 200290) is classified under NCM 2002.90.00.