HS Code 0814
Citrus and Melon Peel
HS code 0814 covers skins and peels of citrus fruits or melons, including those frozen or provisionally preserved for use in the food processing industry.
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HS Code 0814 — Citrus and Melon Peel
This code covers the rinds of lemons, oranges, and melons used in baking and confectionery. They can be fresh, frozen, or temporarily preserved in salt or brine, but are not yet 'candied' with sugar.
What's included
- Orange peel in brine
- Dried lemon rind
- Frozen watermelon rind
- Citrus peel in powder form
What's excluded
- Candied lemon peel → use
2006(Peel preserved by sugar (glacé) belongs in Chapter 20.)
Common examples
- Bulk frozen orange zest
- Dehydrated lemon peel for tea blending
- Watermelon rind in brine for pickling
Frequently asked questions
Is dried citrus peel for tea used here?
Yes, if it is just the peel. If it is mixed with tea leaves, it may fall under 0902.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: Free - 5%
- Documentation: Exporting countries must provide phytosanitary clearance.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Spain, Italy, Mexico
- Top importers: France, Japan, Germany
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Key takeaway
Covers raw or temporarily preserved citrus and melon rinds destined for food flavoring or candied fruit production.
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