Vegetables; wood ears (Auricularia spp), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried

HS v2022 Code: 071232

About vegetables; wood ears (auricularia spp), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried

HS code 071232 covers the import and export of dried wood ears, a type of edible fungus also known as Auricularia spp. These versatile ingredients are widely used in Asian cuisines, particularly in soups, stir-fries, and vegetarian dishes. As a low-cost, shelf-stable product, wood ears play an important role in global food supply chains, catering to the growing demand for diverse, plant-based ingredients.

Production process

The production of dried wood ears involves harvesting the fresh fungus, cleaning, and then carefully drying it to remove moisture content. This can be done through sun-drying, air-drying, or using specialized dehydration equipment. The dried wood ears are then sorted, graded, and packaged for distribution and sale.

Production inputs

The key inputs for the wood ear industry include the raw fungus material, which is typically sourced from dedicated cultivation farms or wild harvesting. Drying equipment, such as trays, racks, or dehydrators, are also essential. Packaging materials, such as bags or boxes, are required to protect the dried product during transport and storage.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 071232 is dried, whole or cut wood ears. These ingredients are widely used in 160500 Prepared dishes and meals as well as 200190 Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid. The dried wood ears may also be further processed into powder form for use as a food ingredient or dietary supplement.

Revisions to 071232

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 071232. The most recent 1 version of this code (071232) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 071232.

Family tree for vegetables; wood ears (auricularia spp), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried

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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/v2022/0712'>0712: Vegetables, dried; whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder, but not further prepared</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071232'>071232: Vegetables; wood ears (Auricularia spp), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071220'>071220: Vegetables; onions, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071231'>071231: Vegetables; mushrooms of the genus Agaricus, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071233'>071233: Vegetables; jelly fungi (Tremella spp)), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071234'>071234: Vegetables; shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071239'>071239: Vegetables; mushrooms and truffles n.e.c. in item 0712.3, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/071290'>071290: Vegetables; mixtures of vegetables n.e.c. in heading no. 0712, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried</a>"]

    

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