Fruit, edible; apples, fresh

HS code 080810 covers the import and export of fresh apples, a globally traded fruit with significant economic importance. Apples are one of the most widely cultivated and consumed fruits worldwide, playing a crucial role in the global food supply chain. This code encompasses the trade of fresh, unprocessed apples, which are valued for their versatility, nutritional benefits, and widespread popularity among consumers.

The production of fresh apples involves several key steps. Apples are typically grown on orchards, where they are cultivated from apple trees. Growers carefully manage the trees, including pruning, thinning, and pest control, to ensure optimal fruit development. Harvesting is done manually or mechanically, with apples carefully picked at the right stage of ripeness. Post-harvest, the apples may undergo sorting, grading, and storage processes to maintain freshness and quality before being packaged and distributed.

The primary inputs required for the fresh apple industry include land for orchards, apple tree cultivars, agricultural equipment and machinery, fertilizers, and labor for cultivation and harvesting. Significant investments are also made in storage and transportation infrastructure to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of apples to domestic and international markets.

The main output of HS code 080810 is fresh, unprocessed apples. These apples can be consumed directly or used as inputs for various other industries, such as 081190 Fruit, frozen, 200799 Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, purees and pastes of fruit, and 200819 Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, otherwise prepared or preserved. The versatility of apples makes them a valuable commodity in the global food and beverage supply chain.