Fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons

HS v2017 Code: 08

About fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons

HS code 08 covers a diverse range of edible fruits, nuts, and citrus fruit/melon peels. This industry is a vital component of the global food supply chain, providing essential nutrients, vitamins, and flavors to consumers worldwide. Fruits and nuts classified under this code are produced in various climates and regions, making them an important part of both domestic and international trade.

Production process

The production techniques for goods under HS code 08 vary widely depending on the specific commodity. In general, fruits and nuts are harvested, sorted, and often processed (e.g., peeled, dried, or preserved) before being packaged and distributed. Citrus fruit and melon peels may be extracted, dried, and further processed for use in food, cosmetic, or pharmaceutical applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 08 include agricultural land, water, fertilizers, and labor. Depending on the specific product, additional inputs such as specialized harvesting equipment, processing machinery, and packaging materials may also be necessary. Many producers in this industry rely on a combination of manual and automated techniques to ensure efficient and high-quality output.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 08 are fresh, dried, or processed fruits and nuts, as well as citrus fruit and melon peels. These products are consumed directly by households or used as inputs for a wide range of other industries, including 15 Animal or vegetable fats and oils, 19 Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products, and 20 Preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants.

Family tree for fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/08'>08: Fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons</a>"]

    
    A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0801'>0801: Nuts, edible; coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0802'>0802: Nuts (excluding coconuts, Brazils and cashew nuts); fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0803'>0803: Bananas, including plantains; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0804'>0804: Dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes and mangosteens; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0805'>0805: Citrus fruit; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0806'>0806: Grapes; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0807'>0807: Melons (including watermelons) and papaws (papayas); fresh</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0808'>0808: Apples, pears and quinces; fresh</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0809'>0809: Apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0810'>0810: Fruit, fresh; n.e.c. in chapter 08</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0811'>0811: Fruit and nuts; uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, frozen, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0812'>0812: Fruit and nuts provisionally preserved; e.g. by sulphur dioxide gas, brine, in sulphur water or in other preservative solutions, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0813'>0813: Fruit, dried, other than that of heading no. 0801 to 0806; mixtures of nuts or dried fruits of this chapter</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0814'>0814: Peel of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons); fresh, frozen dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water or in other preservative solutions</a>"]


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