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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If extracted for fragrance compounds
Peel used primarily for odoriferous mixtures shifts to Chapter 33 essential oils.
If dried strawberries mixed in as composite product
Mixed fruit peels may classify under other fruit/nuts provisionally preserved.
If dehydrated beyond provisional preservation
Extensively dehydrated peels treated as dried vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure freezing process documentation shows provisional preservation only, not final processing
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for frozen agricultural products
• Check for residue limits on preservatives if any sulfur treatments were used pre-freezing
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.
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.
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.