HS Code 2104
Soups, Broths, and Homogenised Food
HS code 2104 covers prepared soups, broths, and their concentrates, along with homogenised composite food preparations often used for infant or specialized nutr
HS Code 2104 — Soups, Broths, and Homogenised Food
This heading includes prepared soups and broths in liquid, powder, or solid form, as well as preparations used to make them. It also covers homogenised composite food preparations, which are finely textured mixtures of ingredients like meat, fish, and vegetables, often used for infant or dietetic food.
What's included
- Canned soup
- Dehydrated soup mixes
- Bouillon cubes
- Baby food (homogenised mixtures)
- Stock concentrates
What's excluded
- Simple vegetable juices → use
2009(Unmixed vegetable juices are classified in chapter 20.) - Pureed fruit for babies → use
2007(If the baby food consists of a single fruit type (jam/puree), it stays in chapter 20.)
Common examples
- Campbell's Tomato Soup
- Knorr Chicken Bouillon Cubes
- Maggi Instant Noodle Soup base
- Gerber Homogenised Baby Meals
Frequently asked questions
Does this cover instant noodles?
No, instant noodles themselves are usually 1902. This code covers the soup base or the soup itself.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15%
- Documentation: Products containing meat or dairy extracts may require Veterinary Certificates for EU/UK import.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: United States, Germany, Spain
- Top importers: United Kingdom, Canada, France
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Key takeaway
Use 2104 for any multi-ingredient food that is either a soup or a finely homogenised meal (like baby food).
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