Fruit, edible; raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, and loganberries, fresh

HS code 081020 covers the import and export of fresh raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, and loganberries. These small, juicy fruits are highly valued for their distinct flavors, nutritional benefits, and versatility in various food and beverage applications. The global trade in these edible berries plays a significant role in the broader agricultural and food processing industries, catering to consumer demand for fresh, healthy, and flavorful produce.

The production of raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, and loganberries typically involves growing the plants in temperate climates with well-drained soil and ample sunlight. Growers often utilize techniques such as trellising, pruning, and irrigation to optimize plant health and fruit yield. Harvesting is typically done by hand or with specialized mechanical harvesters, ensuring the delicate berries are handled with care. Post-harvest, the berries may be sorted, cleaned, and packaged for distribution to domestic and international markets.

The main inputs required for the production of the fruits covered under HS code 081020 include land, water, and agricultural equipment such as tractors, sprayers, and harvesting machinery. Growers also rely on high-quality planting stock, fertilizers, and pest control products to maintain the health and productivity of their berry crops. Additionally, labor for tasks like planting, pruning, and harvesting is a significant input for this industry.

The primary outputs of HS code 081020 are the fresh raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, and loganberries themselves. These berries are often consumed directly as fresh produce or used as ingredients in a variety of food and beverage products, such as jams, juices, and baked goods. Other industries that may consume the outputs of this code include 200799 Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or spirit, not elsewhere specified or included, 200980 Juice of any other single fruit or vegetable, unfermented and not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, and 081190 Fruit and nuts, uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, frozen, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, among others.