HS Code:
The 'Dried, whether or not pitted' category primarily includes dried fruits such as apricots, prunes, apples, peaches, pears, and other fruits that are preserved through drying processes, with or without the removal of pits or stones. This category falls under the Harmonized System (HS) Code 0813. These products are widely used in food industries for snacks, baking, and confectionery. The drying process extends shelf life and concentrates flavors, making these products popular in both domestic and international markets. Trade in this category is influenced by agricultural production, seasonal variations, and consumer demand for healthy and natural food products.
Total Trade Volume
1.2 million metric tons valued at approximately $3.5 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database and International Trade Centre (ITC)
$850 million USD
24.3% of global trade of total trade
Increasing
$600 million USD
17.1% of global trade of total trade
Stable
$400 million USD
11.4% of global trade of total trade
Increasing
$350 million USD
10.0% of global trade of total trade
Stable
$200 million USD
5.7% of global trade of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
8.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
25% (imposed by certain countries on non-preferential trade partners)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-Turkey Customs Union or USMCA)
Rising demand for organic dried fruits
Increased production and certification costs but higher profit margins for exporters meeting organic standards
2021-2022
Shift towards sustainable packaging
Exporters adopting eco-friendly packaging to meet consumer and regulatory demands in key markets like the EU
2022
Growing popularity of dried fruits as healthy snacks
Boost in demand in developed markets, particularly in North America and Europe
2020-2022
Turkey signed new trade agreements with several Asian countries to boost exports of dried fruits, focusing on apricots and figs.
March 2023
Expected to increase Turkey's market share in Asia, potentially affecting competitors like Iran.
The European Union introduced stricter maximum residue limits (MRLs) for imported dried fruits to ensure food safety.
January 2023
Exporters from developing countries may face higher compliance costs and potential market access barriers.
Severe drought conditions in California affected the production of dried fruits like prunes and raisins, leading to reduced export volumes.
August 2022
Global supply shortages have driven up prices, benefiting other exporters like Chile and Turkey.