Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or — HTS 2002
Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid
Chapter 20 › Heading 2002
2026 HTS Rev 19 Synced Rules verified Operational
Written to help non-specialists understand this page. Rates, dates, and legal facts come from the official records above and on the linked source.
HTS heading 2002 is a broad product category for tomatoes that have been prepared or preserved without vinegar or acetic acid. It can cover products such as canned, cooked, crushed, puréed, or otherwise processed tomatoes, provided the product meets the heading’s scope. The heading is not limited to one package size or brand.
The 4-digit heading is only the starting point. To reach the correct 8-digit HTSUS code, review the product’s composition and form, then follow the subheadings and tariff descriptions under heading 2002. The deciding distinction is usually the tomato product’s type or physical form, such as whole or in pieces versus other preparations, along with any additional specifications stated in the tariff schedule. Confirm the result against the current HTSUS and, when needed, obtain customs-broker or binding-ruling advice.
What to check
- Check the ingredient list and processing method to confirm that vinegar or acetic acid is not the preserving medium; do not assume every tomato product belongs in heading 2002.
- Identify the product’s physical form and description, such as whole, pieces, crushed, puréed, or another preparation, and match it to the exact subheading language.
- Review whether the tariff text calls for additional distinctions, including composition, container details, or other product specifications, before selecting the 8-digit code.
- Compare the commercial invoice, product label, recipe, technical data sheet, and packaging information so the classification is supported by consistent facts.
- Verify the proposed 8-digit code in the current HTSUS and ask a customs broker or request a binding ruling if the product’s ingredients or processing create uncertainty.
HTS heading 2002 summary
Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or is a 4-digit product category containing 1 published product-code lines in this snapshot. A heading does not carry one universal duty rate; classification must be narrowed to the line matching the product facts.
How to find your code in this category
A heading is a product category. To get the exact duty, narrow from this 4-digit heading to a sub-category (usually by material), then open the 8-digit code that matches your product.
Open any code in the tables below to see its exact duty rate, a duty calculator (enter your shipment value → estimated duty and landed cost), the rate-change history chart, and the country-by-country breakdown (including Section 301/232 add-on duties).
Why you have to click in: a single category can contain products with very different duties. The rate depends on the specific product — its material and construction — and on the country of origin, and those only get pinned down at the 8-digit code level. That is why this page points you to codes instead of showing one rate for the whole category.
Sub-categories
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 2002.90 | Other |
Product codes & duty rates
👇 Each row is a specific product code — click a blue code to open its full page with exact duty rates by country, the rate-history chart, and a duty calculator. 👉
| Code | Description | General (MFN) | Special | Column 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002.10.00 👉 | Tomatoes, whole or in pieces | 12.5% | Free | 50% |
"Special" shows the free-trade-agreement rate; open a code to see exactly which countries qualify.
Common questions
What products fall under HTS heading 2002?
Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. To classify a specific item you must pick the matching sub-category and 8-digit code above; the right choice usually depends on the material and construction of the product.
How do I choose the right code within this category?
Start from the sub-categories (typically divided by material—for example cotton versus man-made fibers), then open the active 8- or 10-digit code that matches the product. When unsure, a licensed customs broker or a CBP binding ruling can confirm the classification.
Reference information only, not customs, legal, or classification advice. Confirm the current code and rate against the official HTS before you import.