Dried Gala Apples
Dried slices of Gala apples, a sweet and crisp variety, processed by dehydrating fresh apples to remove moisture while preserving flavor and nutrients. Classified under HTS 0813.30.00.00 as dried apples, distinct from fresh fruit in headings 0808-0809 or other dried fruits like prunes in 0803.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If treated with sulfur dioxide for provisional preservation
Chapter note to 0812 covers fruits preserved solely for transport/storage (e.g., sulfured apples), unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If fresh rather than dried
Fresh apples fall under heading 0808; drying process shifts classification to Chapter 08 dried fruits.
If processed into puree, paste, or further manufactured
Apples prepared or preserved (e.g., applesauce) move to Chapter 20, excluding simply dried products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify moisture content below 20% to confirm dried status and avoid reclassification as fresh or provisionally preserved fruit under 0812
• Provide certificates of origin and phytosanitary certificates to meet USDA import requirements for dried fruits
• Label accurately with varietal name and processing method to prevent customs disputes on fruit identity
Related Products under HTS 0813.30.00.00
Dried Granny Smith Apples
Tart dried Granny Smith apple rings, popular for baking and snacking, made by slicing and air-drying green apples. Falls under HTS 0813.30.00.00 specifically for dried apples, separate from mixtures or nuts in this chapter.
Organic Dried Fuji Apples
Certified organic dried Fuji apple slices, sweet and juicy variety dehydrated without chemicals. HTS 0813.30.00.00 covers all dried apples, including organic, per statistical note on certified standards.
Dried Apple Chips (Unsweetened)
Thin, crispy unsweetened dried apple chips made from whole apples sliced ultra-thin and dehydrated. Specifically classified as dried apples under HTS 0813.30.00.00, not as snack products or mixtures.
Dried Honeycrisp Apple Slices
Premium dried Honeycrisp apple slices, known for balanced sweet-tart flavor, gently dehydrated for snacking. HTS 0813.30.00.00 applies to all dried apple forms, excluding mixtures with nuts.
Dried Red Delicious Apples
Dried whole or halved Red Delicious apples, classic sweet variety used in cereals and baking. Classified under HTS 0813.30.00.00 for dried apples other than those in earlier headings.
Dehydrated Apple Rings
Uniform dehydrated apple rings from mixed varieties, ideal for tea infusions and garnishes. HTS 0813.30.00.00 covers all forms of dried apples excluding provisionally preserved.