HS Code for Preserved fruit

HS code 081290 serves as the residual category for fruit and nuts that have been provisionally preserved but are not specifically named in other subheadings of heading 0812, such as cherries or strawberries. This classification is part of Chapter 8, which deals with edible fruit. The products under this code are treated with preservative solutions like sulfur dioxide gas, brine, or sulfur water to maintain their structural integrity and prevent microbial growth during transit. However, the essential criterion for 081290 is that the fruit is unsuitable for immediate consumption in its current state. This category is vital for the global supply chain of fruit ingredients, allowing processors to import bulk quantities of fruit for later use in jams, jellies, or baked goods. The classification excludes fruit that has been frozen (0811) or fruit that has been fully prepared or preserved in sugar or vinegar (Chapter 20). The distinction is based on the temporary nature of the preservation and the requirement for further industrial processing.

Products Included

• Apricots provisionally preserved in brine
• Citrus peel in sulfur water
• Tropical fruits in preservative solutions for industrial use
• Nuts provisionally preserved in brine

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with HS code 0811, which covers frozen fruit, or HS code 2008, which covers fruit prepared or preserved for direct consumption. The primary difference is that 081290 products are not ready to eat and are not frozen, but rather held in a chemical preservative solution.

FAQ

What is the HS code for preserved fruit?

The HS code for other fruit and nuts provisionally preserved but unsuitable for immediate consumption is 081290.

What does "provisionally preserved" mean?

It refers to fruit kept in a medium like brine or sulfur water to prevent decay during transport, which must be removed or processed before the fruit can be eaten.