HS Code 200520
Prepared and Preserved Potatoes (Non-Frozen)
HS code 200520 covers prepared or preserved potatoes, not frozen and without vinegar, typically sold as canned goods or vacuum-packed shelf-stable snacks for re
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HS Code 200520 — Prepared and Preserved Potatoes (Non-Frozen)
This code covers potatoes that have been cooked, canned, or otherwise preserved without the use of vinegar or acetic acid. These products are stored at ambient temperatures and include items like canned whole potatoes and ready-to-eat potato snacks that are not frozen.
What's included
- Canned potatoes
- Ready-to-eat potato snacks (not fried chips)
- Vacuum-packed cooked potatoes
- Potato flour base preparations
What's excluded
- Frozen French fries → use
200410(Frozen potato preparations fall under heading 2004.) - Potato crisps/chips → use
190590(Baked or fried snacks made from flour/starch belong in Chapter 19.)
Common examples
- Canned new potatoes in brine
- Vacuum-sealed steamed potatoes
- Pre-cooked potato mash in pouches
Frequently asked questions
Are potato chips included in 200520?
No, most potato chips and crisps are classified under 1905 as savoury snacks.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15%
- Documentation: Requires Phytosanitary Certificates in many jurisdictions to ensure freedom from soil-borne pathogens.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Belgium, Netherlands, Germany
- Top importers: United Kingdom, United States, France
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Key takeaway
Covers shelf-stable, non-frozen processed potatoes excluding standard fried crisps.
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