HS Code for Canned cranberries

Canned cranberries are classified under HS code 2008.93. This code is located within Chapter 20, covering preparations of fruit and vegetables. The subheading 2008.93 specifically identifies cranberries of the Vaccinium species (including Vaccinium macrocarpon and Vaccinium oxycoccos) and lingonberries. The classification is driven by the preservation method; canning the berries in syrup or water constitutes a preparation that exceeds the scope of Chapter 8, which is reserved for fresh or dried fruit. Even if the berries are kept whole, the addition of sugar or the heat-treatment process required for canning necessitates classification in Chapter 20. This code is used for both sweetened and unsweetened preparations, provided they have not been cooked into a homogenized jam or jelly.

Products Included

• Canned whole cranberries in syrup
• Canned cranberry sauce (non-jellied)
• Canned lingonberries
• Cranberries preserved in brine or alcohol
• Canned cranberry pie filling (fruit dominant)

Common Misclassification

Canned cranberries are often misclassified under 2007.99, which covers cranberry jams and jellied sauces. If the product is a smooth, gelatinous mass, it belongs in 2007. Another common mistake is 0810.40, which is for fresh cranberries. If the cranberries are dried and then canned, they might still fall under 0813.40 depending on the liquid content and preservation method.

FAQ

What is the HS code for canned cranberries?

The specific HS code for prepared or preserved cranberries is 2008.93.

Is jellied cranberry sauce under this code?

Usually, jellied cranberry sauce is classified under 2007.99 because it is a fruit preparation cooked to a jelly-like consistency, whereas 2008.93 is for whole or pieces of fruit.