Product classification
HS code for Homogenized food: 2104.20
Homogenised composite food preparations.
Classification of homogenized food under HS 2104.20
HS code 2104.20 applies to homogenized composite food preparations. These products are defined by both their physical consistency and their intended use, typically as infant food or for dietetic purposes. According to the Legal Notes to Chapter 21, "homogenized composite food preparations" are those consisting of a finely leveled mixture of two or more basic ingredients, such as meat, fish, vegetables, fruit, or nuts. The mixture must be processed to a smooth, uniform consistency and put up for retail sale in containers with a net weight content not exceeding 250 grams. This classification is specific to mixtures; if a preparation consists of only one basic ingredient (e.g., 100% pureed carrots), it is classified under the respective chapter for that ingredient (e.g., Chapter 20 for vegetables). The homogenization process involves high-pressure treatment to break down particles, ensuring the product is suitable for individuals with limited digestive capabilities. This code is essential for monitoring the trade of specialized nutritional products and baby foods that combine multiple food groups into a single, shelf-stable preparation.
- Covers
- Mixed vegetable and meat purees for infants
- Homogenized fruit and cereal blends for babies
- Composite dietetic meals in smooth paste form
- Finely ground mixtures of fish and vegetables for retail sale
- Multi-ingredient homogenized baby food jars (under 250g)
- Also under 2104.20
- Gerber Baby Food Purees
- Beech-Nut Organics Baby Food
- Plum Organics Pouches
- Nestlé Cerelac
- Abbott Ensure (certain homogenized formulations)
Codes often confused with 2104.20
Common mistake. The most common error is confusing this with 1602.10 (homogenized meat) or 2005.10 (homogenized vegetables). The key difference is that 2104.20 must contain a mixture of different food types. If the container exceeds 250 grams, it also cannot be classified under 2104.20 and must be classified based on its primary ingredient or as a general food preparation under 2106.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 210420 (the code used for homogenized food), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 210420 (the code used for homogenized food) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% 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 210420, not only homogenized food.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $87M 12% of world exports
- 2 Chile $86M 12% of world exports
- 3 Spain $82M 12% of world exports
World total: $705M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $90M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $80M 12% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $59M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $675M 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 homogenized food
Brazil classifies homogenized food under NCM 2104.20.00: HS 2104.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about homogenized food
What is the HS code for Homogenized food?
The HS code for Homogenized food is 210420 (Homogenised composite food preparations). The HS code for homogenized composite food preparations (mixtures) is 2104.20.
How do I classify Homogenized food for customs?
Homogenized food is classified under HS code 210420 — Homogenised composite food preparations. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code apply to large containers of pureed food?
No, this code only applies to retail containers with a net weight of 250 grams or less. Larger containers are classified elsewhere based on their ingredients.
Which countries are the top exporters of homogenized food (HS 210420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 210420 (the code used for homogenized food) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($87M, 12% of world exports), Chile ($86M) and Spain ($82M). World exports came to about $705M, 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 homogenized food (HS 210420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 210420 (the code used for homogenized food) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($90M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($80M) and the United Kingdom ($59M). World imports came to about $675M, 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 Homogenized food the same in all countries?
The base HS code 210420 for Homogenized food 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 homogenized food in Brazil?
In Brazil, homogenized food (HS 210420) is classified under NCM 2104.20.00.