Chapter 20 HS Codes: Chapter 20 Commodities
CHAPTER DEFINITION & SCOPE
HS Chapter 20 of the WCO Harmonized System covers chapter 20 commodities. It groups 9 4-digit WCO headings and 52 6-digit subheadings under the official 2026 customs nomenclature [USITC HTS 2026].
Chapter
Ch 20
Headings
9 Headings
Subheadings
52 HS6
US Tariff Status
Active 2026
Chapter 20 4-Digit Headings Directory
| Heading | WCO Heading Description | Subheading Count | Directory Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heading 2001 | Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid | 2 subheadings | Browse Heading 2001 → |
| Heading 2002 | Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid | 2 subheadings | Browse Heading 2002 → |
| Heading 2003 | Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid | 2 subheadings | Browse Heading 2003 → |
| Heading 2004 | Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, other than products of heading 2006 | 2 subheadings | Browse Heading 2004 → |
| Heading 2005 | Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 2006 | 10 subheadings | Browse Heading 2005 → |
| Heading 2006 | Vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants preserved by sugar (drained, glacé or crystallized) | 1 subheadings | Browse Heading 2006 → |
| Heading 2007 | Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut pureé and fruit or nut pastes, obtained by cooking, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter | 3 subheadings | Browse Heading 2007 → |
| Heading 2008 | Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or spirit, not elsewhere specified or included | 13 subheadings | Browse Heading 2008 → |
| Heading 2009 | Fruit or nut juices (including grape must and coconut water) and vegetable juices, unfermented and not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter | 17 subheadings | Browse Heading 2009 → |
Chapter 20 Subheading Sample & MFN Duty Rates
| HS Code | Subheading Description | Heading | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001.10 | Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, Cucumbers including gherkins | 2001 | View 2001.10 → |
| 2001.90 | Other | 2001 | View 2001.90 → |
| 2002.10 | Tomatoes, whole or in pieces | 2002 | View 2002.10 → |
| 2002.90 | Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, Other | 2002 | View 2002.90 → |
| 2003.10 | Mushrooms of the genus Agaricus | 2003 | View 2003.10 → |
| 2003.90 | Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, Other | 2003 | View 2003.90 → |
| 2004.10 | Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, other than products of heading 2006, Potatoes | 2004 | View 2004.10 → |
| 2004.90 | Other vegetables and mixtures of vegetables | 2004 | View 2004.90 → |
| 2005.10 | Homogenized vegetables | 2005 | View 2005.10 → |
| 2005.20 | Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 2006, Potatoes | 2005 | View 2005.20 → |
| 2005.40 | Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 2006, Peas (Pisum sativum) | 2005 | View 2005.40 → |
| 2005.51 | Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 2006, Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.), Beans, shelled | 2005 | View 2005.51 → |
| 2005.59 | Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.), Other | 2005 | View 2005.59 → |
| 2005.60 | Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 2006, Asparagus | 2005 | View 2005.60 → |
| 2005.70 | Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 2006, Olives | 2005 | View 2005.70 → |
EXPERT CLASSIFICATION PRO TIPS
Common Pitfalls When Classifying Chapter 20 Goods
- Always review WCO Section and Chapter Legal Notes before assigning 4-digit headings.
- Distinguish carefully between unprocessed raw materials and further prepared or processed articles.
- Verify Partner Government Agency (PGA) flags for agriculture, food, or chemical items.
- Cross-reference official CBP CROSS rulings for binding precedents on mixed or composite goods.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Chapter 20 Tariff ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
Customs Rulings Online Search System for Chapter 20 binding classification precedents.
WCO HS Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization international 6-digit Harmonized System backbone standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau trade statistics and Schedule B concordance portal.
Chapter 20 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commodities are covered under HS Chapter 20?
Chapter 20 (Chapter 20 Commodities) covers WCO Harmonized System 4-digit headings from 2001 upward, encompassing primary goods, raw materials, and manufactured articles within this nomenclature section.
How many 4-digit headings exist in HS Chapter 20?
Chapter 20 contains 9 official 4-digit WCO headings and 52 6-digit tariff subheadings.
What is the US general import duty range for Chapter 20 commodities?
Base customs duties under Chapter 20 range from 0.0% (Duty-Free) up to representative MFN rate limits depending on 10-digit HTS statistical suffix extensions.
Do Section 301 China tariffs apply to Chapter 20 imports?
Section 301 tariffs depend on specific 8-digit HTS subheadings. Importers must verify if their exact HTS code appears on USTR Lists 1 through 4A.
Are Partner Government Agency (PGA) permits required for Chapter 20?
PGA message-set flags (such as FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA, or CITES) apply conditionally depending on the commodity classification within Chapter 20.
How are products classified between adjacent headings in Chapter 20?
Classification follows WCO General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 through 6, prioritizing specific heading terms over general descriptions.
Can Chapter 20 goods enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in USMCA member states (US, Mexico, Canada) or FTA partners enter duty-free under SPI code P, KR, AU, or CL with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Chapter 20 shipments?
Eligible commercial shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day may enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal entry of Chapter 20 goods?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading/Air Waybill, and entry summary CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP ruling for Chapter 20?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling application under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division.