Dried Tart Cherries
Dried tart cherries (Prunus cerasus) are dehydrated cherries commonly used in baking, trail mixes, and health foods. They fall under HTS 0813.40.30.90 as 'other' dried cherries, distinct from sweet cherries or those of headings 0801-0806. These are not provisionally preserved under heading 0812 but fully dried for long-term storage.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If treated solely for provisional preservation like in sulfur dioxide
Heading 0812 covers fruits preserved temporarily during transport, unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If pitted, sweetened, or otherwise processed beyond simple drying
Processed cherries with added sugar or further preparation fall under Chapter 20 as fruit preserves.
If classified as mixtures containing dried cherries and other fruits/nuts
Mixtures of dried fruits from this chapter move to the 'mixtures' provisions later in 0813.40.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify moisture content below 20% to confirm classification as dried fruit, not provisionally preserved under 0812
• Provide certificates of origin and phytosanitary certificates to meet USDA import requirements for dried cherries
• Label accurately with country of origin and 'dried cherries' to avoid reclassification during customs exam
Related Products under HTS 0813.40.30.90
Dried Montmorency Cherries
Dried Montmorency cherries, a variety of tart cherry, are air-dried whole fruits used in cereals and snacks. Classified under HTS 0813.40.30.90 as other dried cherries, excluding those in headings 0801-0806. They differ from fresh cherries (0809) and provisionally preserved types.
Dried Balaton Cherries
Dried Balaton cherries are a hybrid tart-sweet variety dried for use in yogurt toppings and baking mixes. They are categorized in HTS 0813.40.30.90 as other dried cherries not covered by primary cherry headings. Drying process removes sufficient moisture for shelf stability.
Dried Bing Cherries
Dried Bing cherries, typically dark sweet cherries dehydrated for snacking, fit HTS 0813.40.30.90 as other dried cherries. Excludes fresh sweet cherries of 0809 and provisionally preserved under 0812. Commonly pitted or whole for consumer packs.
Dried Rainier Cherries
Dried Rainier cherries, known for their yellow blush, are sun- or oven-dried for premium trail mixes. Classified as other dried cherries in HTS 0813.40.30.90, separate from primary fresh cherry headings. Unsuitable for 0812 due to full dehydration.
Dried Lambert Cherries
Dried Lambert cherries, a firm sweet variety, are dehydrated for baking and confectionery. HTS 0813.40.30.90 covers these as other dried cherries beyond main headings. Drying ensures suitability for immediate consumption unlike 0812 fruits.
Dried Organic Tart Cherries
Certified organic dried tart cherries meet USDA NOP standards and are dehydrated without synthetic additives. Falls under HTS 0813.40.30.90 as other dried cherries. Organic certification per General Statistical Note 6 applies for reporting.