HS Code for Dried button mushrooms

Dried button mushrooms are classified under HS code 071231, a designation that follows the strict botanical and processing criteria set forth by the World Customs Organization. Heading 0712 is reserved for vegetables that have been dried, whether they are whole, cut, sliced, broken, or even in powder form, provided they have not been further prepared. The subheading 071231 is specifically allocated to mushrooms of the genus Agaricus. This genus includes the widely cultivated white button mushroom, as well as its variants like cremini and portobello. The classification process involves identifying the genus of the mushroom and confirming that the only preservation method used is drying. If the mushrooms were preserved in vinegar or acetic acid, or if they were cooked before being preserved, they would be classified under Chapter 20, specifically heading 2003. The drying process must be the primary method of preservation to maintain classification under 0712. This code is vital for distinguishing these common mushrooms from other dried varieties like Shiitake or Wood Ear. The inclusion of mushroom powder under this code also allows for the classification of dehydrated mushroom extracts used in the food industry, provided they consist purely of dried and ground Agaricus mushrooms without additional ingredients that would change the product's character to a prepared foodstuff.

Products Included

• Dried white button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus)
• Dried cremini mushrooms
• Dried portobello mushrooms
• Dried Agaricus mushrooms in sliced or broken form
• Mushroom powder derived from the genus Agaricus

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 071239, which is the residual category for "other" dried mushrooms such as Porcini or Shiitake. Importers often fail to identify the genus Agaricus, leading to the use of the general code. Another error involves 200310, which is for mushrooms prepared or preserved by vinegar or brine; dried mushrooms must not contain these preservatives to stay in 071231.

FAQ

What is the HS code for dried button mushrooms?

The specific HS code for dried button mushrooms of the genus Agaricus is 071231.

Does this code include mushroom powder?

Yes, HS code 071231 covers Agaricus mushrooms whether they are whole, cut, sliced, broken, or in the form of a powder.