Sulfur Dioxide Treated Grapefruit
Grapefruit exposed to sulfur dioxide gas for temporary preservation during long-distance transport. Treatment renders fruit unsuitable for immediate eating, requiring peeling and processing. Classified as other citrus under HTS 0812.90.2000 meeting provisional preservation criteria.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shipped fresh without gas treatment
Fresh grapefruit without preservatives classified under fresh citrus heading 0805.
If frozen rather than gas-preserved
Frozen fruit provisions classified separately under heading 0811.
If for fruit mixtures including citrus that are cooked
Cooked or otherwise prepared fruit mixtures move to Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Supplier certificates must specify SO2 treatment levels and confirm unsuitability for fresh consumption
• Watch for seasonal duty variations and ensure proper temperature control during transit
Related Products under HTS 0812.90.20.00
Sulfur-Preserved Oranges
Oranges treated with sulfur dioxide gas for provisional preservation during transport and storage. They remain unsuitable for immediate consumption due to the preservative treatment and require further processing. Classified under HTS 0812.90.2000 as provisionally preserved citrus fruit per Chapter Note to heading 0812.
Brine-Preserved Lemons
Lemons preserved in brine solution to prevent spoilage during shipping from production areas. The brining makes them unsuitable for direct consumption until rinsed and processed further. Fits HTS 0812.90.2000 as citrus fruit provisionally preserved per chapter requirements.
Preservative Solution Tangerines
Tangerines (mandarins) stored in sulfur water or other preservative solutions for provisional preservation. Remains unpeeled and unsuitable for immediate consumption in preserved state. HTS 0812.90.2000 applies to all such treated citrus fruit.
Sulfur Water Treated Kumquats
Whole kumquats preserved in sulfur water solution for temporary storage and transport. Treatment prevents spoilage but requires further preparation before consumption. Classified as citrus fruit under HTS 0812.90.2000.
Provisionally Preserved Clementines
Clementines treated with preservative solutions to ensure quality during overseas shipment. Unsuitable for immediate consumption due to treatment residue and processing needs. HTS 0812.90.2000 covers all such citrus.
Gas-Preserved Mixed Citrus
Mixture of oranges, lemons, and grapefruit treated with sulfur dioxide gas for bulk preservation. Combination treatment maintains fruit integrity during long transport but prevents fresh consumption. Fits HTS 0812.90.2000 as other citrus.