Vegetables; olives, fresh or chilled

HS v2017 Code: 070992

About vegetables; olives, fresh or chilled

HS code 070992 covers the import and export of fresh or chilled olives, a versatile and widely-used vegetable with a significant global trade market. Olives are a staple ingredient in many cuisines, particularly Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, and are valued for their unique flavor, nutritional profile, and culinary versatility. The global olive industry plays an important role in the agricultural economy, providing employment and income for producers, processors, and exporters around the world.

Production process

The production of fresh or chilled olives involves several key steps. Olives are typically harvested by hand or mechanically, with the timing of the harvest dependent on the desired characteristics of the final product. After harvesting, the olives are sorted, washed, and may undergo various processing techniques such as curing or brining to enhance their flavor and texture. Careful handling and storage are essential to maintain the quality and freshness of the olives throughout the supply chain.

Production inputs

The production of fresh or chilled olives requires several key inputs, including fertile soil, suitable climate conditions, and access to water for irrigation. Specialized farming equipment, such as harvesters and sorting machines, are also necessary for efficient olive cultivation and processing. Additionally, packaging materials, transportation, and storage facilities are important inputs to ensure the safe and timely delivery of olives to domestic and international markets.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 070992 is fresh or chilled olives, which are consumed directly as a food item or used as an ingredient in a wide range of dishes and products. The output of this industry may also be used as an input for other related HS codes, such as 200570 Vegetables, prepared or preserved; olives and 151530 Olive oil and its fractions, which cover processed and refined olive products.

Revisions to 070992

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 070992. The most recent 1 version of this code (070992) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 070992 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
Older versions

Family tree for vegetables; olives, 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/v2017/0709'>0709: Vegetables; n.e.c. in chapter 07, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070992'>070992: Vegetables; olives, fresh or chilled</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070920'>070920: Vegetables; asparagus, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070930'>070930: Vegetables; aubergines, (e.g. plants), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070940'>070940: Vegetables; celery (other than celeriac), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070951'>070951: Vegetables; mushrooms of the genus Agaricus, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070959'>070959: Vegetables; truffles and mushrooms (other than of the genus Agaricus), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070960'>070960: Vegetables; fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070970'>070970: Vegetables; spinach, New Zealand spinach and orache spinach (garden spinach), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070991'>070991: Vegetables; globe artichokes, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070993'>070993: Vegetables; pumpkins, squash and gourds (Cucurbita spp.), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/070999'>070999: Vegetables; edible, n.e.c. in chapter 07, fresh or chilled</a>"]

    

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