Fruit, edible; persimmons, fresh

HS v2017 Code: 081070

About fruit, edible; persimmons, fresh

HS code 081070 covers the import and export of fresh persimmons, a popular and versatile fruit consumed worldwide. Persimmons are a significant agricultural commodity, with global production and trade playing an important role in the international food supply chain. As a nutrient-dense fruit, persimmons are valued for their unique flavor, texture, and health benefits, making them a sought-after item in both domestic and international markets.

Production process

Persimmons are typically grown on specialized orchards or farms. The production process involves careful cultivation, harvesting, and post-harvest handling to ensure the fruit reaches consumers in optimal condition. Growers focus on factors such as soil quality, irrigation, pest management, and timely harvesting to maximize yield and quality. Persimmons are often hand-picked or mechanically harvested, then sorted, graded, and packaged for distribution.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the persimmon industry include agricultural land, water for irrigation, fertilizers, and pesticides to support the growth and health of the persimmon trees. Specialized farming equipment, such as tractors, pruning tools, and harvesting machinery, are also essential inputs. Additionally, packaging materials, such as boxes or crates, are required to protect the delicate fruit during transportation and storage.

Production outputs

Fresh persimmons produced under HS code 081070 are primarily consumed as a table fruit, either fresh or in various culinary applications. The output of this industry may also be used as an input for other related HS codes, such as 081090 Fruit, edible; n.e.s. in chapter 8, where persimmons may be processed, preserved, or incorporated into other food products. Additionally, persimmons can be used in the production of 200899 Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved, n.e.s., such as canned or dried persimmons.

Revisions to 081070

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 081070. The most recent 1 version of this code (081070) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 081070 ( HS v2017).

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Family tree for fruit, edible; persimmons, fresh

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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/v2017/0810'>0810: Fruit, fresh; n.e.c. in chapter 08</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/081070'>081070: Fruit, edible; persimmons, fresh</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/081010'>081010: Fruit, edible; strawberries, fresh</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/081020'>081020: Fruit, edible; raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, and loganberries, fresh</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/081030'>081030: Fruit, edible; black, white or red currants and gooseberries, fresh</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/081040'>081040: Fruit, edible; cranberries, bilberries and other fruits of the genus vaccinium, fresh</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/081050'>081050: Fruit, edible; kiwifruit, fresh</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/081060'>081060: Fruit, edible; durians, fresh</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/081090'>081090: Fruit, edible; fruits n.e.c. in heading no. 0801 to 0810, fresh</a>"]

    

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