Tomato

Tomato is a fresh vegetable harvested from the plant Solanum lycopersicum. It is sold fresh or chilled for consumption.

Prices, specifications and international trade for tomato under HS 070200.

Tomato Price

$2,053USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Tomato Historical Unit Values

Tomato is quoted in USD/t at MEX. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Tomato Exports and Imports

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Mexico led reported tomato exports in 2025, at $2.7B.

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Tomato Facts and HS Code

Tomato belongs to fresh vegetables within produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients. Its customs classification covers HS 070200.

Tomato HS Code

Product typeRaw
FormFresh
Position in the chainPrimary
CategoryFresh vegetables — Produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients
HS codes070200
Quoted inUSD/t
Reference locationMEX

Production & Handling

Processing steps for tomato include Harvesting, Sorting, Washing.

Production and Storage

PerishabilityHigh
Temperature regimeChilled
Processing steps
  1. Harvesting
  2. Sorting
  3. Washing
  4. Cooling
  5. Packaging

Uses & Risks

Tomato is used in Fresh consumption, Processed sauces, and Canning.

End Uses

  • Fresh consumption

    Sold as fresh or chilled tomatoes for raw eating

  • Processed sauces

    Used as ingredient in tomato sauce, puree or paste

  • Canning

    Processed into canned whole or diced tomatoes

Uses and Related Commodities

Downstream industriesFood manufacturing, Restaurant and catering services
Standards
  • codex CXS 57-1981 — Standard for Processed Tomato Concentrates
Leading originsBrazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, Nigeria, Spain, Türkiye, United States

Tomato Questions

What type of product is a tomato classified as?
Tomatoes are fresh or chilled vegetables classified under produce.
How should fresh tomatoes be stored to maintain quality?
Keep tomatoes chilled and protect them from excessive moisture; maintain a cold chain during transport.
Can tomatoes be treated for preservation during transport?
Yes, they may be treated with preservation methods such as sulphur dioxide gas or brine, provided they remain unsuitable for immediate consumption.