Onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables; fresh or chilled

HS v2017 Code: 0703

About onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables; fresh or chilled

HS code 0703 covers a diverse range of alliaceous vegetables, including onions, shallots, garlic, and leeks. These vegetables are widely cultivated and consumed globally, playing a crucial role in the culinary and agricultural sectors. As essential ingredients in many cuisines, the vegetables classified under 0703 contribute significantly to the global food supply and economy.

Production process

The production of alliaceous vegetables typically involves traditional farming methods, such as planting, cultivation, and harvesting. Onions, shallots, and garlic are typically grown from sets or seeds, while leeks are often propagated from transplants. Careful attention is paid to soil preparation, irrigation, and pest management to ensure optimal growth and yield. Harvesting is usually done manually or with the aid of specialized machinery, depending on the scale of the operation.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of HS code 0703 vegetables include fertile soil, water for irrigation, and agricultural equipment such as tillers, planters, and harvesters. Farmers may also utilize fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural inputs to enhance crop yields and quality. Additionally, labor is a significant input, as much of the cultivation and harvesting processes are labor-intensive.

Production outputs

The main outputs of HS code 0703 are the fresh or chilled alliaceous vegetables themselves, which are then distributed and consumed globally. These vegetables are widely used in a variety of culinary applications, from cooking and seasoning to salads and garnishes. The outputs of this industry may be consumed by 1001 Cereals, 0701 Potatoes, and 0702 Tomatoes, among other food-related industries.

Family tree for onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables; fresh or chilled

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/07'>07: Vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0703'>0703: Onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables; fresh or chilled</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0701'>0701: Potatoes; fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0702'>0702: Tomatoes; fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0704'>0704: Cabbages, cauliflowers, kohlrabi, kale and similar edible brassicas; fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0705'>0705: Lettuce (lactuca sativa) and chicory (cichorium spp.) fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0706'>0706: Carrots, turnips, salad beetroot, salsify, celeriac, radishes and similar edible roots; fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0707'>0707: Cucumbers and gherkins; fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0708'>0708: Leguminous vegetables; shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0709'>0709: Vegetables; n.e.c. in chapter 07, fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0710'>0710: Vegetables (uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water); frozen</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0711'>0711: Vegetables provisionally preserved; (e.g. by sulphur dioxide gas, in brine, in sulphur water or in other preservative solutions), but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0712'>0712: Vegetables, dried; whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder, but not further prepared</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0713'>0713: Vegetables, leguminous; shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0714'>0714: Manioc, arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes, sweet potatoes and similar roots and tubers with high starch or inulin content; fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not sliced or in the form of pellets; sago pith</a>"]

    B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070310'>070310: Vegetables, alliaceous; onions and shallots, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070320'>070320: Vegetables, alliaceous; garlic, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070390'>070390: Vegetables, alliaceous; leeks and other kinds n.e.c. in heading no. 0703, fresh or chilled</a>"]


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