Dried Tart Cherries
Dried tart cherries (Prunus cerasus), often Montmorency variety, are dehydrated sour cherries used in baking and trail mixes. Classified under HTS 0813.40.30 as dried cherries other than those in headings 0801-0806, they differ from fresh tart cherries and are ready for consumption without further preservation.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If brined or sulfured only for short-term storage
Provisional preservation treatments place them in 0812, not as permanently dried goods.
If sweetened or glazed post-drying
Added sugar or syrup processing shifts classification to prepared fruits in Chapter 20.
If mixed with other dried fruits like raisins
Mixtures of dried fruits of this chapter fall under statistical suffixes beyond pure cherries.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include lab analysis for residual sulfur levels if any preservatives were used during drying
• Ensure proper invoicing specifies 'dried cherries' to avoid reclassification as fresh or processed fruit
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for dried fruits entering the US food supply chain
Related Products under HTS 0813.40.30
Dried Sweet Cherries
Dried sweet cherries (Prunus avium) are whole or pitted cherries dehydrated to reduce moisture content, preserving their natural sweetness and flavor. They fall under HTS 0813.40.30 as dried cherries, distinct from fresh cherries in heading 0809, and are not merely provisionally preserved under heading 0812 since they are suitable for direct consumption.
Dried Bing Cherries
Dried Bing cherries are a premium variety of sweet cherries air-dried to retain their dark red color and firm texture. HTS 0813.40.30 covers these as dried cherries, excluding fresh forms and mixtures, making them ideal for snacking or culinary use.
Dried Rainier Cherries
Dried Rainier cherries feature a yellow-blush exterior and sweet flavor after dehydration. They are classified in HTS 0813.40.30 as dried cherries, separate from fresh produce and provisionally preserved items unfit for immediate eating.
Pitted Dried Cherries
Pitted dried cherries have stones removed prior to dehydration, offering convenience for baking and cereals. Under HTS 0813.40.30, they qualify as dried cherries provided no further preparation like sugaring occurs.
Organic Dried Cherries
Certified organic dried cherries are dehydrated without synthetic preservatives, meeting USDA standards. HTS 0813.40.30 applies to these dried cherries, with statistical notes referencing approved organic certifications.
Dried Sour Cherries Whole
Whole dried sour cherries retain pits and tart flavor post-dehydration for authentic pies and preserves. Classified as dried cherries in HTS 0813.40.30, they are distinguished from fresh or brined forms.