Sulfur-Preserved Tropical Fruit Blend
Blend of mango, papaya, pineapple, and guava chunks treated with sulfur dioxide gas for provisional preservation during storage and shipping. The treatment renders it unsuitable for immediate consumption until further processing. Falls under HTS 0812.90.10.00 for mixtures of two or more provisionally preserved fruits.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sweetened and ready for immediate consumption
Tropical fruit mixtures processed with added sugar beyond provisional treatment become preserved fruits under 2008.99.
If primarily vegetables with minor fruit addition
If the mixture is vegetable-based (e.g., more veg than fruit), it may classify under Chapter 07 for provisionally preserved vegetables.
If sold as a set with nuts
Adding nuts to the fruit mixture changes classification to fruit/nut mixtures under heading 0813.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include certificates confirming sulfur dioxide treatment levels and that the product is unsuitable for immediate consumption per Chapter Note to 0812
• Label clearly with preservative details and fruit mixture composition to avoid reclassification during customs inspection
Related Products under HTS 0812.90.10.00
Provisional Fruit Cocktail Mix
A mixture of diced peaches, pears, pineapple, and grapes preserved in light syrup with sulfur dioxide for transport and storage. Treated solely for provisional preservation, this mix remains unsuitable for immediate consumption due to the preservative treatment. Classified under HTS 0812.90.10.00 as a mixture of two or more fruits provisionally preserved.
Brine-Preserved Berry and Citrus Mix
Combination of strawberries, raspberries, oranges, and grapefruit segments preserved in sulfur water or brine solution to prevent spoilage during transport. Unsuitable for immediate consumption in this state, requiring further processing. Classified in HTS 0812.90.10.00 as provisionally preserved fruit mixtures.
Apple-Pear-Pineapple Provisional Mix
Chunks of apples, pears, and pineapple treated with sulfur dioxide in bulk containers for temporary preservation prior to canning. Remains unpalatable for direct consumption due to gas treatment. Fits HTS 0812.90.10.00 for multi-fruit provisional mixtures.
Citrus and Melon Sulfur Mix
Oranges, lemons, watermelon, and cantaloupe pieces preserved in sulfur water for shipping stability. Unsuitable for immediate consumption until rinsed and processed. Under HTS 0812.90.10.00 as preserved fruit mixtures.
Berry Medley in Brine
Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries in brine for provisional preservation. Treatment prevents spoilage but requires further prep for eating. HTS 0812.90.10.00 applies.
Peach-Mango-Guava Preserved Blend
Peaches, mangos, and guavas in preservative solution for transport. Provisionally preserved per Chapter 0812. Unsuitable immediately.