Vegetables, root; salad beetroot, salsify, celeric, radishes and similar edible roots, fresh or chilled

HS code 070690 covers a diverse range of fresh or chilled edible root vegetables, including salad beetroot, salsify, celery root (celeriac), radishes, and other similar roots. These vegetables are widely consumed globally, both as standalone food items and as ingredients in various culinary preparations. The production and trade of these root vegetables play a significant role in the agricultural and food processing sectors, contributing to food security and economic activity worldwide.

The production of the vegetables covered under HS code 070690 typically involves traditional farming methods. Growers cultivate these root crops in suitable soil conditions, often utilizing irrigation and crop rotation techniques to optimize yields. Harvesting is usually done manually or with the aid of specialized machinery, depending on the scale of the operation. Post-harvest handling, such as cleaning, sorting, and packaging, is crucial to ensure the vegetables reach consumers in a fresh and high-quality state.

The main inputs required for the production of the vegetables under HS code 070690 include fertile agricultural land, water for irrigation, seeds or seedlings, and farm equipment such as tillers, harvesters, and sorting/packaging machinery. Depending on the specific crop, growers may also utilize fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural inputs to optimize plant growth and protect against pests and diseases.

The primary output of HS code 070690 is the fresh or chilled root vegetables themselves, which are then distributed and consumed either directly or as ingredients in various food products. These vegetables may be further processed, such as being sliced, diced, or packaged for convenience, before being sold to 150300 Vegetable, fruit, nut, etc. food preparations or 200590 Other vegetables, prepared or preserved, not frozen.