Brine-Preserved Lime Peel
Lime peel strips preserved in salt brine solution to prevent spoilage during transport. HTS 0814.00.80.00 covers provisionally preserved citrus peel unsuitable for immediate consumption.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cooked or further preserved for mixtures
Peels prepared for fruit/nut mixtures fall under Chapter 20 preserved fruits.
If preserved solely with sulfur dioxide gas
Sulfur gas preservation specifically noted in Heading 0812 for fruits/nuts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test brine solution to ensure it renders peel unsuitable for immediate eating per Chapter 08 notes
• Include detailed processing logs showing provisional preservation intent
• Avoid retail packaging that suggests consumer-ready product to prevent misclassification
Related Products under HTS 0814.00.80.00
Dried Lemon Peel
Thin strips or granules of lemon peel that have been dried to remove moisture while preserving flavor and aroma. Classified under HTS 0814.00.80.00 as dried peel of citrus fruit, suitable for culinary uses like baking or tea infusions but not for immediate fresh consumption.
Frozen Orange Peel Zest
Finely grated or stripped orange peel frozen immediately after harvesting to retain essential oils. Falls under HTS 0814.00.80.00 as frozen peel of citrus fruit, used in confectionery and flavor extracts.
Dried Watermelon Rind
Outer rind of watermelon dried for preservation, often used in pickles or candied products. Classified in HTS 0814.00.80.00 as dried peel of melons including watermelons.
Sulfur Water Preserved Grapefruit Peel
Grapefruit peel treated in sulfur water for short-term preservation during shipping. HTS 0814.00.80.00 includes citrus peels provisionally preserved in preservative solutions.
Frozen Tangerine Peel Strips
Mandarin/tangerine peel cut into strips and quick-frozen for flavor retention. Under HTS 0814.00.80.00 as frozen citrus peel for further processing.
Dried Cantaloupe Rind
Dried outer rind from cantaloupe melons, preserved for use in jams or extracts. HTS 0814.00.80.00 specifically includes melon peels in dried form.