Grapes; fresh or dried
HS v2022 Code: 0806
About grapes; fresh or dried
HS code 0806 covers the classification of fresh and dried grapes, a globally significant agricultural commodity. Grapes are one of the most widely cultivated fruit crops, with production spanning across numerous countries and regions. The grape industry plays a crucial role in the global food supply chain, providing a versatile raw material for a wide range of food and beverage products. As a major export item, grapes contribute significantly to the international trade of agricultural goods.
Production process
The production of grapes, whether fresh or dried, involves several key steps. Fresh grapes are typically grown on vines, which are carefully tended and pruned to optimize fruit yield and quality. Harvesting is done manually or mechanically, depending on the scale of the operation. Dried grapes, commonly known as raisins, are produced by exposing fresh grapes to sunlight or using specialized drying equipment to remove moisture content.
Production inputs
The grape industry requires several key inputs for successful production. Fertile soil, suitable climate conditions, and access to water are essential for growing healthy grape vines. Specialized agricultural equipment, such as pruning shears, harvesting machines, and drying facilities, are also necessary for efficient grape cultivation and processing. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to manage the various stages of grape production, from planting and tending to harvesting and processing.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the grape industry are fresh grapes and dried grapes (raisins). Fresh grapes are widely consumed as a table fruit and are also used in the production of 2009 Fruit juices, 2204 Wines, and other grape-based products. Dried grapes, or raisins, are a popular snack food and are also used as an ingredient in various baked goods, cereals, and confectionery items. The grape industry's outputs have a significant impact on the 1601 Sausages and similar products, 1905 Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares, and 2208 Undenatured ethyl alcohol industries, among others.
Family tree for grapes; fresh or dried
graph LR
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/v2022/0806'>0806: Grapes; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> C["<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 --> D["<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 --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0803'>0803: Bananas, including plantains; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0804'>0804: Dates, figs, pineapples, avocados, guavas, mangoes and mangosteens; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0805'>0805: Citrus fruit; 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>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080610'>080610: Fruit, edible; grapes, fresh</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/080620'>080620: Fruit, edible; grapes, dried</a>"]
%% Color coordination by level
classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px
classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px
%% Apply classes
class A level2
class B level4
class C level4
class D level4
class E level4
class F level4
class G level4
class H level4
class I level4
class J level4
class K level4
class L level4
class M level4
class N level4
class O level4
class P level6
class Q level6
class B highlight
%% class A level1
%% class B,C level2
%% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2
%% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3
%% class B highlight