HS Code 2005
Canned or Jarred Prepared Vegetables
HS code 2005 is for non-frozen vegetable preparations, such as canned corn or jarred olives, preserved without vinegar or acetic acid and not crystallised.
HS Code 2005 — Canned or Jarred Prepared Vegetables
This code includes vegetables preserved by methods other than vinegar, sugar, or freezing, typically packaged in cans, jars, or airtight containers. Examples include canned sweetcorn, jarred olives, and vacuum-packed beetroot that has been cooked.
What's included
- Canned sweetcorn
- Jarred olives (not in vinegar)
- Canned peas
- Vacuum-packed cooked beetroot
- Canned chickpeas
What's excluded
- Vegetables in vinegar → use
2001(Products preserved in vinegar or acetic acid are specifically assigned to heading 2001.) - Dry legumes → use
0713(Dried vegetables that have not been cooked or preserved belong in chapter 07.)
Common examples
- Green Giant Canned Sweetcorn
- Old El Paso canned jalapeños (in brine)
- Canned bamboo shoots
- Jarred roasted peppers in oil
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 2001 and 2005?
Heading 2001 is exclusively for vegetables preserved in vinegar. Heading 2005 covers those preserved by heat treatment (canning) or brine.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15%
- Documentation: Often requires a Health Certificate or Food Safety Declaration.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Spain, Italy
- Top importers: United States, Germany, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Heading 2005 is the primary code for shelf-stable canned and jarred vegetables not in vinegar.
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