Organic Tomato Puree
A thick, smooth puree made from organic tomatoes, prepared by cooking and straining without vinegar or acetic acid, suitable for sauces and soups. It falls under HTS 2002.90.80.40 as tomato puree that is 'other' than basic tomato paste or specific varieties. The dry weight content is less than 7 percent, distinguishing it from tomato juice classifications.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dry weight content is 7% or more
Chapter note specifies tomato juice with 7% or more dry weight falls under 2002.10, shifting from puree.
If processed as tomato juice rather than puree
Unfermented tomato juice without added spirit goes to heading 2009, not preserved preparations in 2002.
If classified as tomato paste instead of puree
Thicker concentrates meeting paste criteria move to 2002.90.40, based on consistency and Brix value.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify dry weight content is under 7% to avoid reclassification as tomato juice under heading 2002
• Provide lab analysis certificates confirming no vinegar or acetic acid addition for smooth customs clearance
• Label with Brix value if applicable, and ensure packaging details match 'other puree' criteria to prevent audits
Related Products under HTS 2002.90.80.40
No-Salt Added Tomato Puree
Tomato puree processed without added salt or preservatives other than vinegar, offering a pure tomato flavor for health-conscious cooking. Classified under HTS 2002.90.80.40 as 'other' tomato puree, distinct from sauced or pasted forms. Prepared by heat treatment to reduce water content without fermentation.
San Marzano Tomato Puree
Premium puree from San Marzano tomatoes, cooked and pureed for authentic Italian sauces, without vinegar or acetic acid. Fits HTS 2002.90.80.40 as 'other' puree, not meeting paste or juice dry weight thresholds. Ideal for pasta and pizza bases.
Chunky Tomato Puree
Tomato puree with small visible pieces for texture, prepared by cooking otherwise than by vinegar, in retail jars. Under HTS 2002.90.80.40 as 'other' puree, allowing minor visible vegetable pieces per similar notes. Used in stews and chili.
Roma Tomato Puree
Puree derived from Roma tomatoes, heat-processed for thickness without vinegar, perfect for canning recipes. Classified in HTS 2002.90.80.40 as other tomato puree, excluding juiced or pasted forms. Low-acid profile for versatile use.
Italian-Style Tomato Puree
Smooth tomato puree with subtle herb infusion but no vinegar, cooked for sauce bases. HTS 2002.90.80.40 covers this as other puree, prepared by heat treatment at atmospheric pressure. Essential for Mediterranean dishes.