Vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar (drained, glace or crystallised)

HS code 200600 covers a wide range of preserved fruits, vegetables, nuts, and other plant-based products that have been treated with sugar. This industry plays a vital role in the global food supply chain, providing a means of extending the shelf-life and enhancing the flavor of perishable agricultural commodities. The preserved foods encompassed by this code are in high demand across various sectors, including the food processing, retail, and foodservice industries, making it an important contributor to the broader economy.

The production of goods under HS code 200600 typically involves several key steps. First, the raw materials, such as fruits, vegetables, or nuts, are carefully selected and prepared. They may be washed, peeled, sliced, or otherwise processed to ready them for preservation. The prepared items are then immersed in a sugar solution, which can be in the form of a syrup, glaze, or crystallized coating. This sugar treatment helps to draw out moisture, inhibit microbial growth, and impart a sweet, preserved flavor. The final products may undergo additional processing, such as drying or packaging, before being distributed to consumers and other industries.

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 200600 include a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, and other plant-based raw materials. Depending on the specific product, additional inputs such as sugar, water, and various preservatives may be necessary. Specialized equipment, such as food processing machinery, drying ovens, and packaging materials, are also essential for the efficient and high-quality production of these preserved foods.

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 200600 are a diverse range of preserved fruits, vegetables, nuts, and other plant-based products. These items can be consumed directly as snacks or ingredients, or they may be further processed and incorporated into a wide variety of food products, including 200710 Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut purée and fruit or nut pastes, obtained by cooking, 200799 Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut purée and fruit or nut pastes, obtained by cooking, other than homogenized preparations, and 200899 Fruits, 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.