Vegetables; globe artichokes, fresh or chilled

HS v2022 Code: 070991

About vegetables; globe artichokes, fresh or chilled

HS code 070991 covers the import and export of fresh or chilled globe artichokes, a highly valued vegetable with a unique flavor and texture. As a member of the thistle family, globe artichokes are a specialty crop grown in various regions around the world, with major producers including Italy, Spain, and the United States. This industry plays a significant role in the global food supply chain, providing a nutritious and versatile ingredient for a wide range of culinary applications.

Production process

Globe artichokes are typically grown from seed or transplanted from established plants. The production process involves carefully tending to the plants, which can take several months to reach maturity. Harvesting is done by hand, with workers carefully selecting the best-quality artichokes at the optimal stage of development. Post-harvest handling, such as sorting, cleaning, and packaging, is crucial to ensure the artichokes arrive at their destination in pristine condition.

Production inputs

The production of globe artichokes requires a range of inputs, including fertile soil, adequate water supply, and suitable climate conditions. Specialized agricultural equipment, such as planting and harvesting machinery, is also necessary. Additionally, growers may utilize various agricultural inputs, such as fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation systems, to optimize crop yields and quality.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 070991 is fresh or chilled globe artichokes, which are consumed as a vegetable in a variety of culinary dishes. These artichokes may be used in 070990 Vegetables, n.e.s., fresh or chilled or 200190 Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid industries, among others. The versatility of globe artichokes allows them to be incorporated into a wide range of food products, contributing to their global demand and trade.

Revisions to 070991

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 070991. The most recent 1 version of this code (070991) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 070991.

Family tree for vegetables; globe artichokes, fresh or chilled

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/07'>07: Vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0709'>0709: Vegetables; n.e.c. in chapter 07, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070991'>070991: Vegetables; globe artichokes, fresh or chilled</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070920'>070920: Vegetables; asparagus, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070930'>070930: Vegetables; aubergines, (e.g. plants), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070940'>070940: Vegetables; celery (other than celeriac), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070951'>070951: Vegetables; mushrooms of the genus Agaricus, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070952'>070952: Vegetables; mushrooms of the genus Boletus, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070953'>070953: Vegetables; mushrooms of the genus Cantharellus, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070954'>070954: Vegetables; shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070955'>070955: Vegetables; matsutake mushrooms (Tricholoma matsutake, Tricholoma magnivelare, Tricholoma anatolicum, Tricholoma dulciolens, Tricholoma caligatum), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070956'>070956: Vegetables; truffles (Tuber spp.), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070959'>070959: Vegetables; truffles and mushrooms n.e.c. in heading 0709, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070960'>070960: Vegetables; fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070970'>070970: Vegetables; spinach, New Zealand spinach and orache spinach (garden spinach), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070992'>070992: Vegetables; olives, fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070993'>070993: Vegetables; pumpkins, squash and gourds (Cucurbita spp.), fresh or chilled</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/070999'>070999: Vegetables; edible, n.e.c. in chapter 07, fresh or chilled</a>"]

    

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