HS Code 200510
Homogenised Vegetables and Baby Food
HS code 200510 covers homogenised vegetable preparations, typically packed for retail sale as baby food or dietetic purposes, preserved without vinegar and not
6-digit Section IVFCL
HS Code 200510 — Homogenised Vegetables and Baby Food
This code covers finely ground or pureed vegetable preparations, often used as baby food or specialized dietetic foods. These products are shelf-stable (not frozen) and preserved without vinegar.
What's included
- Homogenised baby food (vegetable based)
- Finely pureed vegetable jars
- Dietetic vegetable purees
What's excluded
- Fruit purees → use
200710(Homogenised fruit preparations have their own category.) - Vegetable juices → use
200989(Liquid juices are classified in 2009.)
Common examples
- Jar of pureed carrots for infants
- Homogenised spinach puree
- Mixed homogenised vegetable baby food
Frequently asked questions
What if the baby food contains meat?
If it contains more than 20% meat, it may move to Chapter 16. This code is for predominantly vegetable-based purees.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15%
- Documentation: Requires strict compliance with local food safety and labeling standards (e.g., FDA, EFSA).
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Germany, United States, France
- Top importers: United Kingdom, China, Russia
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Key takeaway
Primary code for vegetable-based, shelf-stable baby food and smooth purees.
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