Fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons

HS v2022 Code: 08

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
08	n/a	n/a

Code	08
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	2
Datasource	WCO

This Code: Fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons

Child Codes: Dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes and mangosteens; fresh or dried; Citrus fruit; fresh or dried; Apples, pears and quinces; fresh; Bananas, including plantains; fresh or dried; Peel of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons); fresh, frozen dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water or in other preservative solutions; Fruit and nuts; uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, frozen, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter; Melons (including watermelons) and papaws (papayas); fresh; Apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh; Fruit, dried, other than that of heading no. 0801 to 0806; mixtures of nuts or dried fruits of this chapter; Fruit and nuts provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption; Nuts, edible; coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled; Nuts (excluding coconuts, Brazils and cashew nuts); fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled; Fruit, fresh; n.e.c. in chapter 08; Grapes; fresh or dried

About fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons

HS code 08 covers a diverse range of edible fruits, nuts, and citrus/melon peels. This industry is a vital component of the global food supply chain, providing essential nutrients, flavors, and culinary ingredients to consumers worldwide. The production and trade of these commodities play a significant role in the agricultural and food processing sectors, contributing to economic growth and food security in many countries.

Production process

The production techniques for the goods covered under HS code 08 vary depending on the specific item. In general, fruits and nuts are harvested from orchards, plantations, or wild sources, often using a combination of manual and mechanized methods. Citrus and melon peels are typically obtained as by-products during the processing of the primary fruit. Post-harvest handling, such as sorting, cleaning, and packaging, is crucial to ensure the quality and preservation of these perishable goods.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the industries under HS code 08 include land, water, and suitable climatic conditions for the cultivation of fruit trees, nut-bearing plants, and citrus/melon crops. Agricultural machinery, such as harvesters and processing equipment, are also essential inputs. Additionally, labor, fertilizers, and pest control measures are necessary to maintain healthy and productive orchards and plantations.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industries covered by HS code 08 are the edible fruits, nuts, and citrus/melon peels themselves. These products are then consumed directly or used as ingredients in a wide range of food and beverage products, including 15 Vegetable oils and fats, 20 Preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants, and 22 Beverages, spirits and vinegar.

Family tree for fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/08'>08: Fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons</a>"]

    
    A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0801'>0801: Nuts, edible; coconuts, Brazil nuts and cashew nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0802'>0802: Nuts (excluding coconuts, Brazils and cashew nuts); fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0803'>0803: Bananas, including plantains; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0804'>0804: Dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes and mangosteens; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0805'>0805: Citrus fruit; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0806'>0806: Grapes; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0807'>0807: Melons (including watermelons) and papaws (papayas); fresh</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0808'>0808: Apples, pears and quinces; fresh</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0809'>0809: Apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0810'>0810: Fruit, fresh; n.e.c. in chapter 08</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0811'>0811: Fruit and nuts; uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, frozen, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0812'>0812: Fruit and nuts provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0813'>0813: Fruit, dried, other than that of heading no. 0801 to 0806; mixtures of nuts or dried fruits of this chapter</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0814'>0814: Peel of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons); fresh, frozen dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water or in other preservative solutions</a>"]


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