HS Code for Cranberries

Fresh cranberries are classified under HS code 081040, a designation that falls within Chapter 08 of the Harmonized System, which covers edible fruit and nuts. Heading 0810 is a category for \"other fruit, fresh,\" acting as a classification point for various berries and fruits that do not have their own specific headings earlier in the chapter. Subheading 081040 specifically identifies fruits of the genus Vaccinium. This genus includes cranberries (Vaccinium macrocarpon and Vaccinium oxycoccos), as well as bilberries and other similar wild berries. The classification is strictly limited to fruit in its fresh state. The Harmonized System uses the state of preservation as a primary divider; therefore, once a cranberry is frozen, dried, or preserved in syrup, it moves to a different heading. For 081040, the fruit must be fresh and intended for consumption or processing in that state. This code is essential for phytosanitary monitoring and international trade statistics regarding the berry industry. The classification process requires botanical confirmation of the genus to ensure the fruit is not confused with other small red fruits like redcurrants, which are classified elsewhere under 081030. Proper temperature control during transport is often a requirement for goods under this code to maintain their \"fresh\" status.

Products Included

• Fresh cranberries (Vaccinium macrocarpon)
• Fresh bilberries
• Fresh lingonberries (Vaccinium vitis-idaea)
• Other fresh fruits of the genus Vaccinium

Common Misclassification

Cranberries are frequently misclassified under HS code 081190 if they are frozen, or 081340 if they are dried. Heading 0811 is specifically for fruit that has been cooked or uncooked, steamed or boiled in water, and then frozen. Heading 0813 covers dried fruits. Additionally, if the cranberries are provisionally preserved (e.g., in sulfur dioxide gas) but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption, they fall under 081290.

FAQ

What is the HS code for cranberries?

The HS code for fresh cranberries and other fruits of the genus Vaccinium is 081040.

What is the code for dried cranberries?

Dried cranberries are typically classified under HS code 081340 as \"other fruit, dried,\" as they are no longer fresh.