Tomato Powder
Finely ground dehydrated tomato powder derived from ripe tomatoes, prepared without vinegar or acetic acid, used as a seasoning or ingredient in soups and sauces. Classified under HTS 2002.90.40.00 as tomatoes prepared or preserved in powder form. Meets chapter note requirements for tomato products with dry weight content over 7%.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried but not powdered
Dried tomatoes without further processing into powder fall under vegetables temporarily preserved by sulfur or other means.
If mixed with other seasonings or additives exceeding minor quantities
Blended products like tomato powder with significant herbs/spices classify as mixed condiments, not pure tomato preparations.
If whole or in pieces rather than powdered
Tomatoes prepared otherwise than by vinegar but not reduced to powder go to other subheadings within 2002.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify dry weight content exceeds 7% per chapter note to avoid reclassification to tomato juice headings
• Provide lab analysis certificates confirming no vinegar/acetic acid and powder form for customs clearance
• Label as 'tomato powder' with nutritional info; watch for moisture content triggering other subheadings
Related Products under HTS 2002.90.40.00
Organic Tomato Powder
Certified organic tomato powder made from sun-dried organic tomatoes, ground into fine powder for use in organic food products and seasonings. Falls under HTS 2002.90.40.00 as powdered tomato preparation preserved without acetic acid. Exceeds 7% dry weight per chapter specifications.
Sun-Dried Tomato Powder
Powder produced from sun-dried plum tomatoes, preserved without vinegar, ideal for pasta sauces and pizza toppings. HTS 2002.90.40.00 applies to this powdered form of prepared tomatoes with dry weight over 7%. No added acids or spirits.
Dehydrated Tomato Powder for Soup Bases
Industrial-grade dehydrated tomato powder used in instant soup mixes, prepared by spray-drying tomato puree without acetic acid. Classified in HTS 2002.90.40.00 for powdered tomato preparations meeting dry weight threshold. Provides concentrated tomato flavor.
Roma Tomato Powder
Powder from dehydrated Roma variety tomatoes, preserved otherwise than by vinegar, used in spice blends and dehydrated foods. HTS 2002.90.40.00 covers this specific powdered preparation with over 7% dry weight. Rich in natural lycopene.
Spray-Dried Tomato Powder
Tomato powder produced via spray-drying process from tomato solids, without vinegar preservation, for beverage and seasoning applications. Fits HTS 2002.90.40.00 as powdered preserved tomatoes exceeding chapter dry weight note. Uniform fine particle size.