HS Code for Cherries in brine

Cherries in brine are classified under HS code 0812.10. This classification falls under Chapter 8, which covers edible fruit and nuts. Heading 0812 is specifically for fruit that has been provisionally preserved—for example, by sulfur dioxide gas, in brine, in sulfur water, or in other preservative solutions. The critical factor for this classification is that the fruit must be unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption. These cherries are typically used as raw materials for further industrial processing, such as the production of candied (glacé) cherries or maraschino cherries. Once the cherries are processed into a state where they can be eaten (e.g., preserved in syrup), they move to Chapter 20. The classification 0812.10 ensures that the trade of semi-processed agricultural goods is tracked separately from fresh produce and finished food products.

Products Included

• Cherries preserved in a salt brine solution
• Cherries in sulfur dioxide gas for transport
• Provisionally preserved cherries for the confectionery industry
• Cherries in sulfur water for bleaching and further processing

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification is HS code 2008.60, which covers cherries otherwise prepared or preserved, such as those in syrup or alcohol. If the cherries are edible directly from the container, they belong in 2008. If they require washing or further processing to be edible, they stay in 0812.10. Additionally, fresh cherries are classified under 0809.21 or 0809.29, which do not involve any preservative solutions.

FAQ

What is the HS code for cherries in brine?

The HS code for cherries provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur water is 0812.10.

Can I use this code for maraschino cherries?

No, maraschino cherries are finished products preserved in syrup and should be classified under HS code 2008.60.