Vegetables; cucumbers and gherkins, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption

HS v2022 Code: 071140

About vegetables; cucumbers and gherkins, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption

HS code 071140 covers provisionally preserved cucumbers and gherkins, which are an important part of the global vegetable trade. These products are prepared for further processing or distribution, but are not yet ready for immediate consumption. The trade in provisionally preserved cucumbers and gherkins is a significant component of the broader international vegetable market, which is a vital sector supporting food security and economic activity worldwide.

Production process

Cucumbers and gherkins classified under HS 071140 are typically harvested, washed, and then preserved using various techniques such as pickling, brining, or treatment with chemical preservatives. This provisional preservation allows the vegetables to be transported and stored for longer periods before being processed further into finished food products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of provisionally preserved cucumbers and gherkins include the raw vegetable material, as well as processing equipment, preservative chemicals, and packaging materials. Producers may also require access to water, energy, and labor resources to support the harvesting and processing operations.

Production outputs

The provisionally preserved cucumbers and gherkins classified under HS 071140 are typically used as inputs for the production of 200310 Vegetables; cucumbers and gherkins, prepared or preserved and 200190 Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved. These products may also be used as ingredients in a variety of other food preparations.

Revisions to 071140

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 071140. The most recent 1 version of this code (071140) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 071140.

Family tree for vegetables; cucumbers and gherkins, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/07'>07: Vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0711'>0711: Vegetables provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071140'>071140: Vegetables; cucumbers and gherkins, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071120'>071120: Vegetables; olives, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071151'>071151: Vegetables; mushrooms of the genus Agaricus, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071159'>071159: Vegetables; mushrooms other than of the genus Agaricus, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071190'>071190: Vegetables and mixed vegetables; n.e.c. in heading no. 0711, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]

    

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