Peel of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons); fresh, frozen dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water or in other preservative solutions

HS v2022 Code: 0814

About peel of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons); fresh, frozen dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water or in other preservative solutions

HS code 0814 covers the trade of peel from citrus fruits and melons, including watermelons. This industry plays a crucial role in the global food and beverage supply chain, providing essential ingredients for a wide range of products. The demand for these peels is driven by their versatile applications in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries, making this a significant sector within the broader agricultural economy.

Production process

The production of peel covered under HS code 0814 typically involves the harvesting and processing of citrus fruits and melons. The peels are carefully removed from the fruits, either manually or through mechanical means, and then undergo various preservation methods such as freezing, drying, or storage in brine or other solutions. These techniques help maintain the peel's quality, flavor, and nutritional properties, ensuring its suitability for further processing and use in various end-products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of peel under HS code 0814 include the raw citrus fruits and melons, which are the primary source material. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment for harvesting, peeling, and processing the peels, as well as preservative solutions, packaging materials, and storage facilities to ensure the peel's long-term quality and shelf life.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 0814 is the peel of citrus fruits and melons, which can be used in a wide range of applications. These peels are often consumed as food ingredients, used in the production of 2008 Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, or incorporated into 3301 Essential oils and resinoids, 3304 Beauty or make-up preparations and preparations for the care of the skin, and 3307 Pre-shave, shaving or after-shave preparations, personal deodorants, bath preparations, depilatories and other perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations. The versatility of these peels makes them a valuable commodity in the global market.

Family tree for peel of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons); fresh, frozen dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water or in other preservative solutions

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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/v2022/0814'>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>"]

    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/v2022/0806'>0806: Grapes; fresh or dried</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0807'>0807: Melons (including watermelons) and papaws (papayas); fresh</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0808'>0808: Apples, pears and quinces; fresh</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0809'>0809: Apricots, cherries, peaches (including nectarines), plums and sloes, fresh</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0810'>0810: Fruit, fresh; n.e.c. in chapter 08</a>"]
A --> M["<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 --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0812'>0812: Fruit and nuts provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption</a>"]
A --> O["<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>"]

    B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/081400'>081400: Peel; of citrus fruit or melons (including watermelons), fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved in brine, in sulphur water and other preservative solutions</a>"]


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