HS Code 0711
Provisionally Preserved Vegetables
HS code 0711 is used for vegetables provisionally preserved in brine or chemicals, making them unsuitable for immediate consumption without further processing.
4-digit Section IIFCL
HS Code 0711 — Provisionally Preserved Vegetables
This code is for vegetables treated to prevent decay during transport or storage, but stay unfit for immediate eating in that state. They are typically soaked in brine, sulfur water, or other preservative solutions.
What's included
- Onions in brine
- Olives in temporary preservative
- Cucumbers and gherkins in sulfur water
- Mushrooms provisionally preserved
What's excluded
- Ready-to-eat olives → use
2005(Prepared or preserved olives for immediate consumption)
Common examples
- Silverskin onions in brine for pickling
- Provisionally preserved barrelled olives
- Mushrooms in sulfur water for industrial use
Frequently asked questions
Can I eat these directly?
No, these are 'unsuitable for immediate consumption' due to the concentration of preservatives. They are raw materials for the food industry.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15%
- Documentation: The preservative solution must be clearly declared on the commercial invoice for safety and classification purposes.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Greece, Spain, Egypt
- Top importers: Italy, United States, Germany
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Key takeaway
Intermediate industrial goods only; not retail-ready food items.
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