Leguminous vegetables; shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled
HS v2017 Code: 0708
About leguminous vegetables; shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled
HS code 0708 covers a wide range of leguminous vegetables, including peas, beans, and lentils, which are fresh or chilled and either shelled or unshelled. These vegetables are an essential part of the global food supply, providing a rich source of protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients. The leguminous vegetable industry plays a crucial role in the broader agricultural economy, contributing to food security and supporting the livelihoods of farmers and producers worldwide.
Production process
The production of leguminous vegetables under HS code 0708 typically involves a combination of traditional farming methods and modern agricultural techniques. Farmers often cultivate these crops using a mix of manual labor and mechanized equipment, such as planters, harvesters, and irrigation systems. The specific production techniques may vary depending on the type of leguminous vegetable, the local climate, and the available resources. However, common practices often include seed selection, soil preparation, planting, pest and disease management, and careful harvesting to ensure the quality and freshness of the produce.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of leguminous vegetables under HS code 0708 include high-quality seeds, fertile soil, water for irrigation, and various agricultural tools and machinery. Farmers may also utilize fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural inputs to optimize crop yields and ensure the health and vitality of their plants. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, including farm laborers, agronomists, and logistics professionals, to support the various stages of production and distribution.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the leguminous vegetable industry under HS code 0708 are the fresh or chilled leguminous vegetables themselves, which can be consumed directly or used as ingredients in a wide range of food products. These vegetables may be sold to 0709 Vegetables, fresh or chilled, n.e.c. or 2005 Other vegetables, prepared or preserved, not frozen, as well as to 2001 Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, 2002 Tomatoes, prepared or preserved, and 2003 Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved, among other related industries.
Family tree for leguminous vegetables; shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/07'>07: Vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0708'>0708: Leguminous vegetables; shelled or unshelled, 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/v2017/0703'>0703: Onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables; fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0704'>0704: Cabbages, cauliflowers, kohlrabi, kale and similar edible brassicas; fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0705'>0705: Lettuce (lactuca sativa) and chicory (cichorium spp.) fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0706'>0706: Carrots, turnips, salad beetroot, salsify, celeriac, radishes and similar edible roots; fresh or chilled</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0707'>0707: Cucumbers and gherkins; 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/v2017/070810'>070810: Vegetables, leguminous; peas (pisum sativum), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070820'>070820: Vegetables, leguminous; beans (vigna spp., phaseolus spp.), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070890'>070890: Vegetables, leguminous; (other than peas and beans), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled</a>"]
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