Preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants
HS v2022 Code: 20
About preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants
HS code 20 covers a diverse range of food preparations made from vegetables, fruits, nuts, and other plant-based ingredients. These products play a crucial role in the global food industry, providing convenient and shelf-stable options for consumers, as well as valuable inputs for the manufacturing of other food and beverage items. The preparations under this code are widely traded internationally, contributing to the global supply chain and supporting economic activities across various sectors.
Production process
The production of HS code 20 items typically involves a combination of processing techniques, such as canning, pickling, drying, and freezing. These methods help preserve the natural properties of the raw materials, while also enhancing their shelf life and versatility. Manufacturers often employ specialized equipment and controlled environments to ensure consistent quality and safety standards throughout the production process.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of HS code 20 preparations include a diverse range of fresh or minimally processed vegetables, fruits, nuts, and other plant-based ingredients. Manufacturers may also rely on various food additives, preservatives, and packaging materials to enhance the final product's characteristics. Additionally, the industry utilizes specialized machinery, such as canning lines, dehydrators, and freezing equipment, to facilitate efficient and large-scale production.
Production outputs
The outputs of HS code 20 include a wide variety of food preparations, such as canned or jarred vegetables, fruits, and sauces; pickled and fermented products; dried or dehydrated plant-based items; and frozen fruit and vegetable mixes. These outputs are often used as ingredients in the production of 21 Food Preparations and 22 Beverages, Spirits and Vinegar, contributing to the broader food and beverage industry.
Family tree for preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants
graph LR A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/20'>20: Preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants</a>"] A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2001'>2001: Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants; prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid</a>"] A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2002'>2002: Tomatoes; prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid</a>"] A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2003'>2003: Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved other than by vinegar or acetic acid</a>"] A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2004'>2004: Vegetables preparations n.e.c.; prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, other than products of heading no. 2006</a>"] A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2005'>2005: Vegetables preparations n.e.c.; prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading no. 2006</a>"] A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2006'>2006: Vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar (drained, glace or crystallised)</a>"] A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2007'>2007: Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut puree and fruit or nut pastes, being cooked preparations; whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"] A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2008'>2008: Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants; prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c., whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or spirit, not elsewhere specified or included</a>"] A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2009'>2009: Fruit or nut juices (including grape must and coconut water) and vegetable juices, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</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 A 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 A highlight