Fruit, edible; fruit n.e.c. in heading no. 0812, dried

HS code 081340 covers a diverse range of dried, edible fruits that are not classified elsewhere in the 0812 heading. This industry plays a vital role in the global food supply chain, providing nutritious and shelf-stable ingredients for a wide variety of food products. Dried fruits are an important export commodity, contributing significantly to the economies of many agricultural regions around the world.

The production of dried fruits under HS code 081340 typically involves several key steps. First, the fresh fruits are harvested and sorted to ensure quality. They are then washed, peeled (if necessary), and sliced or diced. The prepared fruit is then dried using a variety of methods, such as sun-drying, air-drying, or dehydration in specialized equipment. The drying process removes the majority of the fruit's moisture content, preserving the product and extending its shelf life.

The main inputs required for the production of dried fruits under HS code 081340 include the fresh, edible fruits themselves, which can come from a variety of sources such as 080610 Grapes, fresh or dried, 080720 Figs, fresh or dried, and 080910 Apricots, fresh. Additionally, the industry relies on drying equipment, packaging materials, and energy sources to power the production process.

The primary output of the 081340 industry is dried, edible fruits that can be used as ingredients in a wide range of food products, including baked goods, cereals, snacks, and confectionery. These dried fruits may also be consumed directly as healthy, portable snacks. The dried fruits produced under this code may be further processed or incorporated into other 2008 Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved, 2009 (Fruit juices (including grape must) and vegetable juices, unfermented and not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter), or 2106 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included products.