Product classification

HS code for Prepared bamboo shoots: 2005.91

Vegetable preparations, bamboo shoots, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen.

Classification of prepared bamboo shoots under HS 2005.91

Prepared bamboo shoots are classified under HS code 2005.91. This classification is situated within Chapter 20, which encompasses preparations of vegetables. Heading 2005 is designated for vegetables that have been prepared or preserved by methods other than vinegar or acetic acid and are not frozen. Bamboo shoots are specifically identified at the six-digit subheading level (2005.91). The classification process involves evaluating the state of the vegetable; fresh bamboo shoots are found in Chapter 7, but once they undergo processes such as boiling, steaming, or preservation in brine to make them shelf-stable or ready-to-eat, they transition to Chapter 20. This specific code ensures that bamboo shoots, a common ingredient in Asian cuisine, are tracked accurately in international trade. The classification adheres to GRI 1 and GRI 6, ensuring that the specific subheading for bamboo shoots takes precedence over the general "other vegetables" category within the same heading.

Covers
  • Canned sliced bamboo shoots in water
  • Vacuum-packed boiled bamboo shoots
  • Bamboo shoot tips preserved in brine (without vinegar)
  • Cooked bamboo shoot strips in airtight packaging
  • Shredded bamboo shoots prepared for stir-fry use
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 often misclassified under HS code 0709.99, which covers fresh or chilled vegetables not elsewhere specified. However, most imported bamboo shoots are heat-treated or preserved, necessitating a move to 2005.91. Another confusion arises with HS code 2001.90; if the bamboo shoots are pickled in a vinegar-based solution, they must be classified there. Additionally, if the bamboo shoots are prepared and then frozen, they should be classified under HS code 2004.90 rather than 2005.91, as heading 2005 is strictly for non-frozen preparations.

0709.99Vegetables; edible, n.e.c. in chapter 07, fresh or chilled2001.90Vegetable preparations; vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid (excluding cucumbers and gherkins)2004.90Vegetable preparations; vegetables and mixtures of vegetables (excluding potatoes), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen20.05Vegetables preparations n.e.c.; prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading no. 2006

Top exporters and importers of HS 200591 (the code used for prepared bamboo shoots), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200591 (the code used for prepared 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 prepared bamboo shoots.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $171M
  2. 2 Thailand $14M
  3. 3 Italy $7.7M

World total: $221M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Japan $113M
  2. 2 United States $28M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$15M

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 prepared bamboo shoots

Brazil classifies prepared 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 prepared bamboo shoots

What is the HS code for Prepared bamboo shoots?

The HS code for Prepared bamboo shoots is 200591 (Vegetable preparations; bamboo shoots, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen). The specific HS code for prepared or preserved bamboo shoots (not frozen and not in vinegar) is 2005.91.

How do I classify Prepared bamboo shoots for customs?

Prepared 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.

Can dried bamboo shoots use this code?

No, dried bamboo shoots are generally classified under HS code 0712.90 as dried vegetables, unless they have been further prepared or preserved in a way that meets the criteria for Chapter 20.

Which countries are the top exporters of prepared bamboo shoots (HS 200591)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200591 (the code used for prepared 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 prepared bamboo shoots (HS 200591)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 200591 (the code used for prepared 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 Prepared bamboo shoots the same in all countries?

The base HS code 200591 for Prepared 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 prepared bamboo shoots in Brazil?

In Brazil, prepared bamboo shoots (HS 200591) is classified under NCM 2005.91.00.