Dehydrated Sun-Dried Tomato Halves
Halves of tomatoes dried using solar methods, ideal for Mediterranean dishes and salads. Falls under HTS 0712.90.78.00 as 'other' dried tomatoes that are broken or sliced, without further preparation. Drying preserves the vegetable for extended shelf life without rendering it ready for immediate consumption.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If preserved in brine or oil
Brine or oil preservation classifies under Chapter 20 tomatoes, not dry.
If temporarily preserved for transport
Provisional preservation like sulfuring moves to heading 0711 before final drying.
If further prepared as puree
Processed into tomato paste or puree shifts to prepared fruits/vegetables in 2008.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain origin certificates confirming sun-drying process to meet food safety standards
• Check for minimum drying standards to prevent mold issues common in humid storage
• Label clearly as 'dried, not rehydrated' to avoid confusion with fresh or canned goods
Related Products under HTS 0712.90.78.00
Dried Tomato Powder
Finely ground powder made from dehydrated tomatoes, used as a seasoning or ingredient in sauces and soups. Classified under HTS 0712.90.78.00 as dried tomatoes in powder form, not further prepared beyond drying and grinding. Whole, cut, sliced, broken, or powdered dried vegetables fall here if no additional processing occurs.
Freeze-Dried Tomato Chunks
Chunks of tomatoes freeze-dried to retain flavor and nutrients, used in backpacking meals and snacks. HTS 0712.90.78.00 covers these as dried (by freeze-drying), cut or broken tomatoes not further prepared. The process removes moisture solely for preservation.
Air-Dried Tomato Slices
Thin slices of tomatoes dried via hot air circulation, popular in gourmet cooking and pizza toppings. Classified in HTS 0712.90.78.00 as sliced dried tomatoes, other than those specifically excluded. Remains a whole vegetable form, unsuitable for immediate eating without rehydration.
Dried Roma Tomato Pieces
Broken pieces from Roma variety tomatoes, dehydrated for use in pasta sauces and stews. HTS 0712.90.78.00 includes these 'other' broken dried tomatoes, purely preserved by drying. Roma type fits as standard round tomatoes per statistical notes.
Organic Dried Tomato Flakes
Flaked dried tomatoes certified organic, broken into irregular flakes for spice blends. Under HTS 0712.90.78.00 as other dried tomato forms; organic status per General Statistical Note 6. Not further prepared beyond drying and flaking.
Dehydrated Cherry Tomato Halves
Halves of small cherry tomatoes dehydrated for snacking and salads. HTS 0712.90.78.00 applies to these sliced dried tomatoes, as cherry varieties qualify under tomato definitions. Preserved solely by dehydration.