Product classification
HS code for Tomato paste: 2002.90
Vegetable preparations, tomatoes, (other than whole or in pieces), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.
Classification of tomato paste under HS 2002.90
Tomato paste is classified under HS code 2002.90. This classification is determined by the nature of the product as a vegetable preparation. Chapter 20 of the Harmonized System encompasses preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts, or other parts of plants. Specifically, heading 2002 is dedicated to tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Within this heading, a distinction is made between tomatoes that are whole or in pieces and those that are not. Tomato paste, being a highly concentrated product where the skin and seeds have been removed and the pulp has been reduced through evaporation, falls into the "other" category under subheading 2002.90. The classification relies on the processing method; the product must be prepared without vinegar to remain in this heading. If vinegar were added, it would shift to heading 2001. Furthermore, the concentration level distinguishes paste from simple purees, although both are typically grouped here if they lack the additives that would characterize them as sauces. The product must be shelf-stable or preserved in a manner consistent with Chapter 20, typically through heat treatment or canning, rather than being fresh or simply chilled.
- Covers
- Concentrated tomato paste (double or triple concentrate)
- Tomato puree without added vinegar or acetic acid
- Tomato pulp used for industrial food manufacturing
- Canned tomato paste for retail sale
- 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. Tomato paste is frequently confused with HS code 2103.20, which covers tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces. The primary difference lies in the ingredients; 2103.20 includes products with added spices, sugar, and vinegar intended for use as a condiment. Another common error is using 0702.00, which is strictly for fresh or chilled tomatoes that have not been processed into a paste or puree.
Top exporters and importers of HS 200290 (the code used for tomato paste), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 200290 (the code used for tomato paste) 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 tomato paste.
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 tomato paste
Brazil classifies tomato paste 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 tomato paste
What is the HS code for Tomato paste?
The HS code for Tomato paste is 200290 (Vegetable preparations; tomatoes, (other than whole or in pieces), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid). The standard international HS code for tomato paste (not whole or in pieces, and without vinegar) is 2002.90.
How do I classify Tomato paste for customs?
Tomato paste 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.
Does tomato paste with added salt change the HS code?
No, the addition of salt or minor seasonings for preservation or flavor generally does not move the product out of 2002.90, provided it does not become a prepared sauce under 2103.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of tomato paste (HS 200290)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 200290 (the code used for tomato paste) 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 tomato paste (HS 200290)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 200290 (the code used for tomato paste) 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 Tomato paste the same in all countries?
The base HS code 200290 for Tomato paste 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 tomato paste in Brazil?
In Brazil, tomato paste (HS 200290) is classified under NCM 2002.90.00.