Plum Stones Ground
Ground plum stones used as a powder in baking, smoothies, or as a thickener in human food recipes, retaining their natural seed coat. Classified in HTS 1212.99.30.00 for plum stones and kernels primarily for human consumption, whether ground or not.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If further milled into flour-like consistency
Highly processed vegetable flours may fall under Chapter 11, excluding heading 1212 per notes.
If dried beans or legumes misidentified
Chapter 7 for dried leguminous vegetables, but plum stones are fruit-derived.
If for animal feed preparations
Prepared animal feed excludes human consumption items per tariff structure.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure grinding does not constitute 'processing' that shifts to Chapter 20; keep as minimally processed
• Provide supplier affidavits confirming non-GMO status if targeting organic markets
• Monitor EU export bans on high-erucic products, though not directly applicable, for supply chain risks
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