Fruit, edible; cranberries, bilberries and other fruits of the genus vaccinium, fresh

HS v2022 Code: 081040

About fruit, edible; cranberries, bilberries and other fruits of the genus vaccinium, fresh

HS code 081040 covers a range of fresh, edible fruits from the Vaccinium genus, including cranberries, bilberries, and other similar berries. These fruits are widely consumed and have significant economic importance, both as a food product and as a source of various health-promoting compounds. The Vaccinium genus is found across many regions globally, and the cultivation and trade of these fruits play a vital role in the agricultural and food processing industries.

Production process

Vaccinium fruits are typically grown on specialized farms or plantations. The production process involves planting and maintaining Vaccinium bushes, which can take several years to reach full maturity. Harvesting is often done manually or with the use of specialized machinery, depending on the scale of the operation. Post-harvest handling, such as sorting, cleaning, and packaging, is crucial to ensure the fruits reach the market in optimal condition.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 081040 products include Vaccinium plant stock, suitable land and climate conditions, agricultural equipment and machinery, labor, and various agricultural inputs like fertilizers and pesticides. Additionally, access to transportation and storage facilities is important to support the distribution of these perishable fruits.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 081040 is fresh, edible Vaccinium fruits, which can be consumed directly or used as ingredients in a variety of food and beverage products. These fruits may be further processed into other items, such as 200899 Fruit, edible; n.e.c. in item no. 2008.99, 200860 Fruit, edible; bilberries and other fruits of the genus vaccinium, preserved by sugar, or 200799 Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut purée and fruit or nut pastes, obtained by cooking. The fresh Vaccinium fruits are also an important input for the production of various dietary supplements and nutraceuticals.

Revisions to 081040

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 081040. The most recent 1 version of this code (081040) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 081040.

Family tree for fruit, edible; cranberries, bilberries and other fruits of the genus vaccinium, fresh

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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/v2022/0810'>0810: Fruit, fresh; n.e.c. in chapter 08</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/081040'>081040: Fruit, edible; cranberries, bilberries and other fruits of the genus vaccinium, fresh</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/081010'>081010: Fruit, edible; strawberries, fresh</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/081020'>081020: Fruit, edible; raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, and loganberries, fresh</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/081030'>081030: Fruit, edible; black, white or red currants and gooseberries, fresh</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/081050'>081050: Fruit, edible; kiwifruit, fresh</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/081060'>081060: Fruit, edible; durians, fresh</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/081070'>081070: Fruit, edible; persimmons, fresh</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/081090'>081090: Fruit, edible; fruits n.e.c. in heading no. 0801 to 0810, fresh</a>"]

    

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