Vegetables; shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried

HS v2022 Code: 071234

About vegetables; shiitake mushrooms (lentinus edodes), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried

HS code 071234 covers the import and export of dried shiitake mushrooms, a highly valued culinary ingredient used in various Asian cuisines. As a versatile and nutritious fungus, shiitake mushrooms have gained global popularity, leading to a thriving international trade in this agricultural product. The shiitake mushroom industry plays a significant role in the broader food and beverage sector, contributing to the diverse range of ingredients available to consumers and food manufacturers worldwide.

Production process

Shiitake mushrooms are typically cultivated on hardwood logs or sawdust-based substrates. The production process involves inoculating the substrate with shiitake mushroom spawn, which then undergoes a controlled incubation period. Once the mushrooms have matured, they are harvested, cleaned, and dried using various techniques such as air-drying, oven-drying, or freeze-drying to preserve their flavor and nutritional properties.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the shiitake mushroom industry include the hardwood logs or sawdust-based substrates, shiitake mushroom spawn, and specialized equipment for cultivation, harvesting, and drying. Additionally, skilled labor, climate-controlled facilities, and efficient transportation and logistics are essential to ensure the quality and timely delivery of the final product.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 071234 is dried shiitake mushrooms, which can be used in a wide range of culinary applications, such as soups, stir-fries, and sauces. These dried mushrooms may be further processed or incorporated into other food products, such as 200310 Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, 200490 Vegetables and mixtures of vegetables, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, or 210390 Sauces and preparations therefor; mixed condiments and mixed seasonings. The versatility of dried shiitake mushrooms makes them a valuable ingredient in the global food and beverage industry.

Revisions to 071234

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 071234. The most recent 1 version of this code (071234) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 071234.

Family tree for vegetables; shiitake mushrooms (lentinus edodes), 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/v2022/071234'>071234: Vegetables; shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes), 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/v2022/071232'>071232: Vegetables; wood ears (Auricularia spp), whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried</a>"]
B --> G["<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 --> 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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