Fruit, edible; kiwifruit, fresh

HS v2022 Code: 081050

About fruit, edible; kiwifruit, fresh

HS code 081050 covers the import and export of fresh kiwifruit, a popular and nutritious fruit that has become a staple in many global markets. Kiwifruit production is a significant industry, with major producers located in countries like New Zealand, Italy, and Chile. The global trade in fresh kiwifruit plays an important role in meeting the growing consumer demand for healthy, high-quality produce around the world.

Production process

Kiwifruit are typically grown on vines, which require careful pruning and training to optimize fruit production. The fruit is harvested by hand or with specialized machinery, and then sorted, graded, and packaged for distribution. Proper storage and transportation conditions are crucial to maintain the fruit's freshness and quality during the export process.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the kiwifruit industry include fertile agricultural land, a temperate climate suitable for vine growth, and a reliable supply of water for irrigation. Specialized farming equipment, such as pruning shears and harvesting machinery, are also necessary. Additionally, packaging materials, refrigeration systems, and efficient transportation networks are critical to ensure the safe delivery of fresh kiwifruit to global markets.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 081050 is fresh, edible kiwifruit. These fruits are often consumed directly as a healthy snack or used as an ingredient in various food products, such as 200799 Fruit, edible; jams, marmalades, fruit jellies, fruit or nut purée and fruit or nut pastes, obtained by cooking, 200980 Fruit and vegetable juices; mixtures of juices, and 081190 Fruit and nuts; uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, frozen. The global trade in fresh kiwifruit supports a wide range of industries and contributes to the overall diversity and availability of healthy food options for consumers worldwide.

Revisions to 081050

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 081050. The most recent 1 version of this code (081050) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 081050.

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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/v2022/081050'>081050: Fruit, edible; kiwifruit, 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/v2022/081040'>081040: Fruit, edible; cranberries, bilberries and other fruits of the genus vaccinium, 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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