Product classification
HS code for Pure fructose: 1702.50
Sugars, fructose, chemically pure, in solid form.
Classification of pure fructose under HS 1702.50
Chemically pure fructose in solid form is classified under HS code 1702.50. While Chapter 29 generally covers organic chemicals, including many chemically pure sugars, the Harmonized System provides a specific exception for fructose. Heading 1702 covers other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose, and fructose in solid form. Sub-heading 1702.50 is unique because it specifically identifies fructose that meets high purity standards. This classification is critical for distinguishing industrial-grade sweeteners or syrups from the high-purity crystalline fructose used in pharmaceutical or specialized food applications. To qualify for this code, the fructose must be in a solid state (usually crystalline or powder) and must meet the technical definition of "chemically pure," which generally implies a purity level of 99% or higher by weight on a dry basis.
- Covers
- Crystalline fructose (chemically pure)
- Pharmaceutical grade fructose powder
- Pure fructose for laboratory reagents
- Solid fructose used in specialized dietary foods
- Also under 1702.50
- Xylitol USA (crystalline fructose)
- ADM (crystalline fructose)
- Roquette (crystalline fructose)
- Tate & Lyle (crystalline fructose)
- Cargill (crystalline fructose)
Codes often confused with 1702.50
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 1702.60, which covers "other fructose and fructose syrup, containing in the dry state more than 50% by weight of fructose." The distinction is that 1702.60 includes liquid fructose (syrups) and solid fructose that is not chemically pure. Another potential error is HS code 2940.00, which covers chemically pure sugars. However, the Explanatory Notes to Chapter 29 specifically exclude the sugars of heading 1701 and 1702. Since fructose is explicitly named in 1702.50, it cannot be classified in Chapter 29. High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) is also often confused with this code but belongs in 1702.40 or 1702.60 depending on its fructose content.
Top exporters and importers of HS 170250 (the code used for pure fructose), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 170250 (the code used for pure fructose) in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 16% 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 170250, not only pure fructose.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Türkiye $118M 40% of world exports
- 2 United States $68M 23% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $33M 11% of world exports
World total: $293M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $52M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $49M 15% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $35M 11% of world imports
World total: $319M 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 pure fructose
Brazil classifies pure fructose under NCM 1702.50.00: HS 1702.50 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pure fructose
What is the HS code for Pure fructose?
The HS code for Pure fructose is 170250 (Sugars; fructose, chemically pure, in solid form). Chemically pure fructose in solid form is classified under HS code 1702.50.
How do I classify Pure fructose for customs?
Pure fructose is classified under HS code 170250 — Sugars; fructose, chemically pure, in solid form. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is liquid fructose syrup classified under this code?
No, liquid fructose syrups are classified under HS code 1702.60. Code 1702.50 is strictly reserved for fructose in solid form.
Which countries are the top exporters of pure fructose (HS 170250)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 170250 (the code used for pure fructose) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($118M, 40% of world exports), the United States ($68M) and the Netherlands ($33M). World exports came to about $293M, 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 pure fructose (HS 170250)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 170250 (the code used for pure fructose) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($52M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($49M) and the Netherlands ($35M). World imports came to about $319M, 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 Pure fructose the same in all countries?
The base HS code 170250 for Pure fructose 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 pure fructose in Brazil?
In Brazil, pure fructose (HS 170250) is classified under NCM 1702.50.00.