Vegetables; cucumbers and gherkins, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption

HS v2017 Code: 071140

About vegetables; cucumbers and gherkins, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption

HS code 071140 covers provisionally preserved cucumbers and gherkins, which are an important part of the global vegetable trade. These products are a popular ingredient in many cuisines and are widely used in the food processing industry. The trade in provisionally preserved cucumbers and gherkins is a significant component of the broader international vegetable market, which is a vital sector within the global agricultural economy.

Production process

Cucumbers and gherkins classified under HS code 071140 are typically preserved through methods such as pickling, brining, or treatment with acidic solutions. This process helps to extend the shelf life of the vegetables while maintaining their texture and flavor. The main production steps involve harvesting the cucumbers or gherkins, sorting and cleaning them, and then subjecting them to the appropriate preservation treatment before packaging and distribution.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the production of provisionally preserved cucumbers and gherkins include the raw vegetables themselves, as well as the various preservative solutions, containers, and packaging materials. Producers may also require specialized equipment for tasks such as washing, sorting, and brining the vegetables. Additionally, access to reliable transportation and storage facilities is crucial for ensuring the timely delivery of these perishable products to market.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 071140 is provisionally preserved cucumbers and gherkins, which are then used as ingredients in a wide range of food products. These may include 200110 Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, 200310 Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved, and 200599 Other vegetables, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, among others. The preserved cucumbers and gherkins may also be sold directly to consumers for use in salads, sandwiches, and other culinary applications.

Revisions to 071140

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 071140. The most recent 1 version of this code (071140) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 071140 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for vegetables; cucumbers and gherkins, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption

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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/v2017/0711'>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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/071140'>071140: Vegetables; cucumbers and gherkins, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/071120'>071120: Vegetables; olives, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/071151'>071151: Vegetables; mushrooms of the genus Agaricus, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/071159'>071159: Vegetables; mushrooms other than of the genus Agaricus, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/071190'>071190: Vegetables and mixed vegetables; n.e.c. in heading no. 0711, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]

    

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