About HS Code 081290
This residual HS code covers all other edible fruits and nuts that are provisionally preserved but not yet suitable for immediate consumption, excluding cherries (081210). This category is vital for the global food processing industry, providing a wide array of semi-processed raw materials. These items are typically preserved in solutions like brine, sulfur dioxide, or other temporary methods, destined for further manufacturing into jams, preserves, confectionery, or other food products. Major importers are food manufacturers in countries with robust processing sectors, such as the EU, USA, and Japan, seeking diverse ingredients. Exporters are often agricultural nations with surplus fruit and nut production and initial processing capabilities. Key trade factors include the type and concentration of the preserving agent, the quality of the raw material, and compliance with food safety regulations for intermediate goods, ensuring suitability for industrial applications.
Products Under This Code
Peaches in Brine, Apricots in Sulfur Dioxide, Pears in Brine, Plums in Sulfur Dioxide, Citrus Peel in Brine, Figs (provisionally preserved), Walnuts (provisionally preserved for processing)
Real World Examples
Oregon Fruit Products Brined Peaches, Del Monte Provisionally Preserved Apricots, G. C. Evans Provisionally Preserved Pears, F.lli De Cecco di Filippo Provisionally Preserved Citrus Peel, Sunsweet (as a raw material supplier for provisionally preserved plums)
Common Misclassification
This code is a "basket" category for provisionally preserved fruits and nuts, excluding cherries. It should not be confused with fresh (Chapter 8, various codes), frozen (0811), or dried (0813) fruits, as it specifically denotes an intermediate preservation state.
Products Classified Under 0812.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Major importers include Germany, the United States, and the Netherlands, while key exporters vary widely, often including countries like China, Turkey, and South Africa.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 081290?
HS code 081290 covers: Fruit, edible; fruit and nuts n.e.c. in heading no. 0812, provisionally preserved, but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption. This residual HS code covers all other edible fruits and nuts that are provisionally preserved but not yet suitable for immediate consumption, excluding cherries (081210). This category is vital for the global food processing industry, providing a wide array of semi-processed raw materials. These items are typically preserved in solutions like brine, sulfur dioxide, or other temporary methods, destined for further manufacturing into jams, preserves, confectionery, or other food products. Major importers are food manufacturers in countries with robust processing sectors, such as the EU, USA, and Japan, seeking diverse ingredients. Exporters are often agricultural nations with surplus fruit and nut production and initial processing capabilities. Key trade factors include the type and concentration of the preserving agent, the quality of the raw material, and compliance with food safety regulations for intermediate goods, ensuring suitability for industrial applications.
What products fall under HS code 081290?
Peaches in Brine, Apricots in Sulfur Dioxide, Pears in Brine, Plums in Sulfur Dioxide, Citrus Peel in Brine, Figs (provisionally preserved), Walnuts (provisionally preserved for processing)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 081290?
This code is a "basket" category for provisionally preserved fruits and nuts, excluding cherries. It should not be confused with fresh (Chapter 8, various codes), frozen (0811), or dried (0813) fruits, as it specifically denotes an intermediate preservation state.
How is HS code 081290 structured?
HS code 081290 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (08) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.